Side-by-side technical data
vivo Y11 vs vivo Y21 vs vivo Y21 5G
Comparison between vivo Y11, vivo Y21 and vivo Y21 5G: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from vivo.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The vivo Y21 5G is the choice for buyers seeking more performance, camera capability, and battery: its 8 GB of RAM, 50 MP main camera, and 44 W charging make the difference. The vivo Y11 is the alternative for buyers who value slow-motion video and find it cheaper; the vivo Y21 is worth considering only if it costs less.
The vivo Y21 5G and vivo Y11 share a 6.74″ display, 85% usable surface, and Android 16, while the vivo Y21 is more compact and lighter: 6.51″, 182 g, and 8 mm versus 6.74″, 209 g, and 8.4 mm for the other two. The Y21 reaches 270 ppi versus 260 ppi, but its 4 GB of RAM and MediaTek Helio P35 trail the Y21 5G's 8 GB and MediaTek Dimensity 6300.
For photography, the vivo Y21 5G steps up to 50 MP and f/1.8; the Y11 and Y21 remain at 13 MP and f/2.2. The Y11 adds slow-motion video. The Y11 and Y21 5G offer 6500 mAh versus 5000 mAh for the Y21, but the Y21 5G charges at 44 W versus 15 W and 18 W. It is also the only one with Bluetooth 5.4; the others have Bluetooth 5.2 and 5.0.
vivo Y11
The vivo Y11 suits buyers who value slow-motion video; it is the better buy only if it costs less.
vivo Y21 5G
The vivo Y21 5G is the better buy for buyers seeking 8 GB of RAM, a 50 MP main camera, and 44 W charging.
The verdict
Your pick: vivo Y21 5G, ahead on Performance & hardware, Camera, Connectivity and Battery & charging.
| Category | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.8 | 5.1 | 5.8 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.0 | 2.9 | 4.4 |
| Camera | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.8 |
| Connectivity | 6.5 | 5.2 | 6.8 |
| Battery & charging | 5.9 | 5.3 | 7.1 |
Which one is for you?
vivo Y21, if you care about…
- Display Pixel Density
- 270 ppi
- against 260 ppi · 260 ppi
- Weight
- 182 g
- against 209 g · 209 g
- Body Thickness
- 8 mm
- against 8.4 mm · 8.4 mm
- Max. download speed
- 300 Mbps
- against 21.1 Mbps
vivo Y21 5G, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 4 GB · 4 GB
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.4
- against Bluetooth 5.2 · Bluetooth 5.0
- Fast Charge Power
- 44 W
- against 15 W · 18 W
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable
- against Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator · Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm | 6 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | PowerVR GE8320 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz Best value | 2.3 GHz | 2.4 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB Best value | 128 GB | 256 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 409,000 Best value | 111,000 | 409,000 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 164 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 744 | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 and 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. | 4x Cortex-A53 at 2.3 GHz plus 4x Cortex-A53 at 1.8 GHz | Octa-core: 2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 and 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | DDR4 | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v9 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Gold, Blue, Black, Silver | Blue, Cyan | Gold, Blue, Black, Silver |
| Body Thickness | 8.4 mm | 8 mm Best value | 8.4 mm |
| Body Width | 77.1 mm | 76.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Body Height | 167.4 mm | 164.3 mm | 167.4 mm |
| Weight | 209 g | 182 g Best value | 209 g |
| Usable Surface | 85 % Best value | 81 % | 85 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP65, MIL-STD-810H | IP65 | IP65, MIL-STD-810H |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | A | A |
| Repairability Class | — | C | C |
| Drop Test Count | — | 270 | 270 |
| Unfolded thickness | — | — | 8.4 mm |
Battery
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | — | A | A |
| Battery Capacity | 6,500 mAh Best value | 5,000 mAh | 6,500 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 15 W | 18 W | 44 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable Best value |
| Battery Endurance | — | — | 67 h 13 min |
| Charge cycles | — | 1,600 | 1,600 |
Display
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,200 nits | — | 1,200 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.74″ Best value | 6.51″ | 6.74″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,600 px | 1,600 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 260 ppi | 270 ppi Best value | 260 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | — | 120 Hz |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, 120Hz | Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Touchscreen | Mohs Level 4, Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, 120Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Compass | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 11 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 Best value | 11 | 16 Best value |
| OS Update Support | — | 5 years | 5 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | 4G, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP | A2DP, EDR, HID, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS Best value | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS, Galileo Best value |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Infrared, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, Tethering, VoLTE | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Infrared, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | — | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 21.1 Mbps | 300 Mbps Best value | — |
| Max. upload speed | 7.2 Mbps | 150 Mbps Best value | — |
Audio
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 1 | — | — |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE | A2DP | Stereo Speakers, Bluetooth, A2DP, EDR, HID, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Y11 | Y21 | Y21 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | — | V2553, V2554 |
Related comparisons
- vivo Y11 vs Ulefone RugKing
- vivo Y11 vs Realme C71
- vivo Y11 vs Oppo A6c
- vivo Y11 vs Fossibot F117
- vivo Y21 vs TCL 30E
- vivo Y21 vs Infinix Hot 12 Play
- vivo Y21 vs Gionee M3
- vivo Y21 vs IIIF150 B2021
- vivo Y21 5G vs Nubia V80 Pro
- vivo Y21 5G vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- vivo Y21 5G vs Oppo A6t 4G
- vivo Y21 5G vs Honor 400 Smart 4G
