Vivo Y21 5G
Vivo Y21 5G is an affordable smartphone designed for users who need good 5G connectivity, balanced performance, long battery life and a durable design. The Vivo Y21 5G specifications include a 6.74-inch HD+ LCD with a 120 Hz refresh rate, a 50 MP main back camera, a 5 MP front camera, and a 6500mAh battery with 44W fast charging support. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. The Vivo Y21 5G price in India starts at ₹16,999 for its base variant, making this device a solid choice in the budget smartphone segment.
Vivo Y21 5GKey specifications
ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Display6.74" LCD 120Hz
Battery6500mAh (Li-ion) · 44Watt (wired)
Rear Camera50MP · 0.08MP (Secondary)
Front Camera5MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4X / 128GB, UFS 2.2
DesignPlastic
OSAndroid 16, Origin OS
Vivo Y21 5G — expected price in India
Vivo Y21 5G has an Est. ₹18,499 based on leaks and expected launch data. Official India pricing is not confirmed yet.
Vivo Y21 5GKey specifications
ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Display6.74" LCD 120Hz
Battery6500mAh (Li-ion) · 44Watt (wired)
Rear Camera50MP · 0.08MP (Secondary)
Front Camera5MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4X / 128GB, UFS 2.2
DesignPlastic
OSAndroid 16, Origin OS
Vivo Y21 5G — Full specifications
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General
BrandVivo
Model NameVivo Y21 5G
Launch CountryIndia
Launch15 May 2024
Availability15 May 2024
Launch PriceEst. ₹18,499
ColorsMidnight Blue, Champagne Gold
Box ContentsPhone, 44W Charger, Type-C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, Case
Performance
ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
CPU CoresOcta-core
OverclockNo
Graphics Processor (GPU)Mali-G57 MC2
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4X / 128GB, UFS 2.2
Display
Screen Size6.74 inches (17.12 cms)
Display TypeLCD, 120 Hz Refresh Rate, SDR
Form FactorFlat
Resolution ClassHD+
ResolutionHD+, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 (260 ppi), 8-bit 16 Million Colours, 83% NTSC, 1200 nits(High Brightness), TUV Rheinland certification
Peak Brightness1200 nits
Display Refresh Rate120 Hz
Aspect Ratio20:9
Pixel Density260 pixels per inch (ppi)
Display Area90% Screen To Body Ratio
Design
Height6.59 inches (167.4 mm)
Width3.04 inches (77.1 mm)
Thickness0.33 inches (8.39 mm)
Weight209 grams
Frame MaterialMetal Frame
Back MaterialPlastic
Front MaterialGlass
Build QualitySGS 5-Star Drop Resistance
PortsUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
ColorsMidnight Blue, Champagne Gold
Camera
Rear camera setupTriple
Rear camera (Primary)50 MP resolution, Primary lens
Rear camera (Secondary)0.08 MP resolution, Secondary lens
Rear camera (Tertiary)5 MP resolution, Secondary lens
Front camera setupSingle
Front camera (Primary)5 MP resolution, Selfie lens, Sensor: 5 MP, f/2.2, (Single)
Video Resolution (Rear)1080p@30fps
Video Resolution (Front)720p@30fps
Battery
Capacity6500 mAh
Battery TypeLi-ion
Wired Charging44 W
Fast Wired ChargingYes
Wireless ChargingNo
Reverse Wireless ChargingNo
Bypass ChargingNo
Connectivity
SIM (specs)Dual SIM
Mobile Technology4G
Network Speed5G
Cellular / NetworkHybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD)
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothtrue
Bluetooth Version5.4
Positioning / GNSSBeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS
USB (specs line)USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
NFCYes
GPSNo
USB OTGNo
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 16, Origin OS
Storage & Memory
RAM4GB, LPDDR4X
Internal Storage128GB, UFS 2.2
Expandable StorageYes
Audio
Speaker SetupLoudspeaker, No Tuning
Vivo Y21 5GKey Highlights
Processor
MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Display
6.74"
Battery
6500mAh
Rear Camera
50MP
Front Camera
5MP
Design
Plastic
RAM/Storage
4GB, LPDDR4X/128GB, UFS 2.2
Connectivity
Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD)
Vivo Y21 5G In the Box Items
Phone, 44W Charger, Type-C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, Case
Editor's Verdict
Rating: 60/5
Pros & Cons
Pros
What we liked about this device
- Powered by reliable MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) processor
- Immersive 6.74-inch display for gaming and media
- High capacity 6500mAh battery with 44W fast charging
- High resolution 50MP primary camera for detailed photography
- Next-generation 5G connectivity for ultra-fast data speeds
Cons
Trade-offs you should consider
- Modest front camera resolution
- No wireless charging support
- Pre-installed apps may require initial cleanup
