Galaxy S21 5G vs vivo T5e: Which One Should You Buy?
vivo T5e edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy S21 5G
vivo T5e
vivo T5e wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedGalaxy S21 5G8070
- CameraGalaxy S21 5G9180
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- Batteryvivo T5e7091
- Displayvivo T5e8689
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- Valuevivo T5e6885
- vivo T5e has the bigger battery5,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
- vivo T5e has the bigger screen6.74" vs 6.2"
- Galaxy S21 5G has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄vivo T5e wins — BeastScore 81.0/100
The vivo T5e is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh) and bigger screen (6.74" vs 6.2"). The Galaxy S21 5G is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB
Larger battery: 5,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh · Larger display: 6.74" vs 6.2"
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy S21 5G or vivo T5e?
The vivo T5e is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh) and bigger screen (6.74" vs 6.2"). The Galaxy S21 5G is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). BeastScore: Galaxy S21 5G 80.8/100, vivo T5e 81.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S21 5G and vivo T5e?
Galaxy S21 5G has a 6.2-inch display and 4000 mAh battery. vivo T5e has a 6.74-inch display and 5500 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy S21 5G and vivo T5e compare for speed?
Galaxy S21 5G scores 80/100 for performance; vivo T5e scores 70/100.
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