Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro vs Vivo X21i

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo X21i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 8/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 3425); the main camera is 64 MP vs 12 MP; the Vivo X21i is noticeably lighter (159g vs 175g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i by 25 points (33/100 vs 8/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
Vivo X21i
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 6
Battery 0
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4600 vs 3425 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo X21i better?
  • Lighter: 159g vs 175g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro vs the Vivo X21i, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 25 points higher (33/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (37/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X21i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (100/100 vs 81/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo X21i: The Vivo X21i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro Vivo X21i
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 MediaTek Helio P60
AnTuTu 232802
Geekbench Single 341
Geekbench Multi 779
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.3" Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2280
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4600 mAh 3425 mAh
Charging 66W
Main camera 64 MP 12 MP
Front camera 16 MP 24 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm 154.4×75.0×7.0 mm
Weight 175 g 159 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Vivo X21i
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 24MP
6
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X21i
  • 6.3" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo X21i
  • 3425 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (37/100 vs 6/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (37/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X21i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (100/100 vs 81/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro or the Vivo X21i?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i by 25 points (33/100 vs 8/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Vivo X21i?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X21i — 8/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro or the Vivo X21i?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 6/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro over the Vivo X21i?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X21i is a better fit for everyday use.