Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro vs Vivo Y21

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 30/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo Y21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 209g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Vivo Y21 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
Vivo Y21
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 54
Design 38
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 175g vs 209g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4600 mAh

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro vs the Vivo Y21, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 3 points higher (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 leads (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (81/100 vs 38/100). 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 Y21: The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro Vivo Y21
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4600 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 66W 44W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 16, OriginOS 6
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP65
Dimensions 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm
Weight 175 g 209 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Vivo Y21
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y21
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo Y21
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (54/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (81/100 vs 38/100).

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 Y21?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Vivo Y21 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Vivo Y21?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo Y21 — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro or the Vivo Y21?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro over the Vivo Y21?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.