Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs Vivo Y21d
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225; estimated prices are $1531 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 38/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21d doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is thinner (4.2mm vs 8.4mm).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Vivo Y21d
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1750
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 49/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 209g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $110 vs $1531
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs the Vivo Y21d, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 31 points higher (69/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (66/100 vs 49/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | Vivo Y21d | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 1750 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $1531 | $110 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y21d
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21d
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y21d
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $1421. Vivo Y21d is cheaper by $1421.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (92/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (78/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (52/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (58/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (66/100 vs 49/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d by 31 points (69/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo Y21d — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 over the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for everyday use.