Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro vs Vivo S21 Pro
The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Vivo S21 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S21 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 73/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S21 Pro has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5160); the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,439,634 vs 2,348,248).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
Vivo S21 Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2439634 vs 2348248
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Vivo S21 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5160 mAh
- Better camera (81/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro vs the Vivo S21 Pro, the Vivo S21 Pro scores 6 points higher (79/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro and the Vivo S21 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro and the Vivo S21 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro | Vivo S21 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2439634 | 2348248 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×75.7×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo S21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S21 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S21 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro and Vivo S21 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro leads Vivo S21 Pro by 3.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro and the Vivo S21 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (81/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro and the Vivo S21 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro or the Vivo S21 Pro?
The Vivo S21 Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro and the Vivo S21 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo S21 Pro — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro or the Vivo S21 Pro?
The Vivo S21 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro over the Vivo S21 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo S21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.