Vivo iQOO Z11x vs Vivo Y21

The Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $170 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads — 54/100 vs 44/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO Z11x is faster in AnTuTu (1,214,772 vs 524,785); the Vivo Y21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11x doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably lighter (190g vs 209g).

The Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably better than the Vivo Y21 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z11x
Performance 60
Display 79
Camera 30
Battery 56
Portability 60
Value for money 78
Vivo Y21
Performance 43
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 58
Portability 49
Value for money 56
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11x better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1214772 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1980
  • Lighter: 190g vs 209g
  • Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $178

  • Higher performance (60/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (60/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (58/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z11x vs the Vivo Y21, the Vivo iQOO Z11x scores 10 points higher (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (60/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO Z11x — 78/100, Vivo Y21 — 56/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100).

Vivo iQOO Z11x: The Vivo iQOO Z11x is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y21: The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z11x Vivo Y21
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 1214772 524785
Geekbench Single 1061 771
Geekbench Multi 3185 1980
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 44W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 16, OriginOS 6
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm
Weight 190 g 209 g
Launch price $170 $178
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z11x
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Vivo Y21
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z11x
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Vivo Y21
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z11x
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Vivo Y21
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Vivo iQOO Z11x and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo iQOO Z11x MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo
54/100
1214772 AnTuTu
Vivo Y21 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
44/100 -131.5%
524785 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO Z11x leads Vivo Y21 by 131.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z11x
$170
Vivo Y21
$178

Launch price difference: $8. Vivo iQOO Z11x was $8 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (60/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (79/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z11x or the Vivo Y21?

The Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably better than the Vivo Y21 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Vivo Y21?

The Vivo iQOO Z11x has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z11x or the Vivo Y21?

The Vivo iQOO Z11x leads on performance (60/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z11x over the Vivo Y21?

The Vivo iQOO Z11x is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.