vivo Y21
$205Starting price · USBudget2026
6.8
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.74"
Display
50MP
Camera
6,500
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
44W
Charging
209g
Weight
Why This Phone
BudgetThe vivo Y21 is a budget-oriented device that excels in battery capacity and display refresh rate, though it is held back by a low-resolution screen and basic camera hardware. Performance is estimated from the Dimensity 6300 chipset class, which is sufficient for daily tasks but not for demanding gaming. The value proposition is solid for users prioritizing battery life and legacy features like the headphone jack and expandable storage.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera5.5
Performance6.2
Battery9.2
Display6.5
Build6.5
Value7.1
Strengths
6500 mAh battery with 44W fast charging
120Hz IPS LCD display with 1200 nits peak brightness
Dedicated microSDXC card slot
3.5mm headphone jack
Infrared port
Weaknesses
Low 720p display resolution
Basic camera system lacks OIS and ultrawide lens
No certified water resistance
Plastic build materials
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