Vivo iQOO Z7 vs Vivo X21i

The Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, while the Vivo X21i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 8/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3425); the main camera is 64 MP vs 12 MP.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Vivo X21i — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
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 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3425 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo X21i better?
  • Lighter: 159g vs 173g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 vs the Vivo X21i, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 18 points higher (26/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (37/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X21i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 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 Vivo X21i
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 MediaTek Helio P60
AnTuTu 232802
Geekbench Single 341
Geekbench Multi 779
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.3" Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2280
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 3425 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 64 MP 12 MP
Front camera 16 MP 24 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13 Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm 154.4×75.0×7.0 mm
Weight 173 g 159 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Vivo X21i
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 24MP
6
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo X21i
  • 6.3" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
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 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

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

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (30/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X21i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100).

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 or the Vivo X21i?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Vivo X21i — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

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

The Vivo iQOO Z7 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X21i — 8/100.

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

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

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

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