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).
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Vivo Y21
- 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)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4600 mAh
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 37/100)
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.
| 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 | — | — |
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
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.
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.