Overall Score
60.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#1314)60.1
Performance(#1462)85.8
Camera(#608)93.1
Display(#1080)85.8
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#1231)78.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo V21s
Short Review
- The vivo V21s features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.7 x 73.9 x 7.3 mm and a weight of 176g, available in Dusk Blue and Gradient colors.
- Its 6.44-inch AMOLED display supports a 90Hz refresh rate and HDR10+, offering vibrant visuals with a resolution of 1080 x 2404 pixels.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 800U chipset, the phone delivers efficient performance with an octa-core CPU and 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 64 MP main sensor with OIS, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 44 MP front camera ensures high-quality selfies.
- The 4000mAh battery supports 33W fast charging, providing adequate power for daily use.
- Running on Android 12 with Funtouch 12, the software offers a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC.
- The device lacks a headphone jack and stereo speakers, focusing instead on a streamlined design.
- Overall, the vivo V21s combines solid performance, an impressive camera setup, and a vibrant display in a lightweight package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, November 17
Announced2022, November 17
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.44"
TypeAMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM)
Resolution1080 x 2404 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 800U (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC3
Memory128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera44 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF, OIS
Front Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash, HDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery Details4000 mAh
Charging Details33W wired, 63% in 30 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions159.7 x 73.9 x 7.3 mm or 7.4 mm
Weight176 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsDusk Blue, Gradient
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 12, Funtouch 12
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass