Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs Vivo Y21d

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225; estimated prices are $2899 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 38/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21d doesn't; the Vivo Y21d is noticeably lighter (209g vs 309g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d by 31 points (69/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Performance 91
Display 70
Camera 52
Battery 63
Portability 20
Value for money 42
Vivo Y21d
Performance 31
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 58
Portability 49
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 580
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1750
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (63/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better display (70/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y21d better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5600 mAh
  • Lighter: 209g vs 309g
  • Cheaper: $110 vs $2899

  • Better portability (49/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs the Vivo Y21d, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 31 points higher (69/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (49/100 vs 20/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold: The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Vivo Y21d: The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Vivo Y21d
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Unisoc T7225
AnTuTu 2926532
Geekbench Single 3041 580
Geekbench Multi 9494 1750
Display 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2160x1584 720x1608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5600 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 45W 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 16GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP48 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm
Weight 309 g 209 g
Price $2899 $110
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
52
camera
Vivo Y21d
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
  • 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2160x1584
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
70
display
Vivo Y21d
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1608
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
  • 5600 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
63
battery
Vivo Y21d
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
$2899
Vivo Y21d
$110

Price difference: $2789. Vivo Y21d is cheaper by $2789.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (91/100 vs 31/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (70/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (52/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (49/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Vivo Y21d?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d by 31 points (69/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Vivo Y21d?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo Y21d — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Vivo Y21d?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Vivo Y21d?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold over the Vivo Y21d?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for everyday use.