Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9

Compare Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 4500mAh vs 5160mAh battery, $349…

Samsung

iQOO Neo 9

$699

8categories won

1 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

vivo iQOO Neo 9 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The vivo iQOO Neo 9 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the Galaxy S21 FE 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the iQOO Neo 9. Choose the iQOO Neo 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S21 FE 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryiQOO Neo 9

iQOO Neo 9 takes battery honors offering 5,160 mAh alongside 120W charging.

🎮 GamingiQOO Neo 9

iQOO Neo 9 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

📸 CameraGalaxy S21 FE 5G

Galaxy S21 FE 5G wins photography with 12MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S21 FE 5G

Galaxy S21 FE 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $349 vs $699.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy S21 FE 5G vs iQOO Neo 9: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, vivo iQOO Neo 9
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	iQOO Neo 9
Screen size	6.4"	6.78"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1260 x 2800Winner
Pixel density	403 ppi	453 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 Hz	144 HzWinner
Peak brightness	1200 nits	1400 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, vivo iQOO Neo 9
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	iQOO Neo 9
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Process node	5 nm	—
AnTuTu score	810,000	1,620,000Winner
Geekbench multi	3650	5440Winner
Maximum RAM	8 GB	—
Maximum storage	256GB	—

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, vivo iQOO Neo 9
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	iQOO Neo 9
Main sensor	12 MP	—
Rear cameras	3	—
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	—
Selfie camera	32 MPWinner	16 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps	8K@30fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, vivo iQOO Neo 9
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	iQOO Neo 9
Capacity	4,500 mAh	5,160 mAhWinner
Wired charging	25 W	120 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 WWinner	No

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, vivo iQOO Neo 9
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	iQOO Neo 9
Weight	177 gWinner	190 g
Thickness	7.9 mm	8 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP54
Build	Aluminum frame, plastic back, Gorilla Glass Victus front	—

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, vivo iQOO Neo 9
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	iQOO Neo 9
Operating system	Android 12	14
OS updates	4 years	—
Security updates	5 years	—

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, vivo iQOO Neo 9
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	iQOO Neo 9
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$349Winner	$699