Vivo V21s vs Vivo X Fold6
The Vivo V21s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 800U, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 47/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 562,447); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 7.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V21s
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Vivo V21s better?
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 562447
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V21s vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 41 points higher (88/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Vivo V21s (100/100 vs 81/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V21s | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 800U | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 562447 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 752 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2404 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 44 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×73.9×7.3 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V21s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo V21s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2404
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V21s
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V21s and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Vivo V21s by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V21s
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (95/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (82/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Vivo V21s (100/100 vs 81/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V21s or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s by 41 points (88/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V21s and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo V21s has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V21s or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V21s or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V21s over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.