Overall Score
45.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#2893)45.4
Performance(#3215)70.1
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#2217)65.8
Connectivity(#3342)55.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo Y21a
Short Review
- The vivo Y21a features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.3 x 76.1 x 8 mm and a weight of 182 grams, constructed with a glass front and plastic frame.
- Its 6.51-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 270 ppi, but lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is powered by the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, ensuring adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP wide lens and a 2 MP macro lens on the rear, capable of recording 1080p video, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The 5000 mAh battery supports 18W charging, providing extended usage without the need for frequent recharging.
- Running on Android 11 with Funtouch 11.1, the software experience is user-friendly, though it lacks stereo speakers.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in Midnight Blue and Diamond Glow colors, appealing to different aesthetic preferences.
- Overall, the vivo Y21a offers a balanced combination of design, performance, and camera capabilities for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, January 22
Announced2022, January 22
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.51"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm) - Egypt
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) - Egypt
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera8 MP, f/1.8, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired2.5W reverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions164.3 x 76.1 x 8 mm (6.47 x 3.00 x 0.31 in)
Weight182 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsMidnight Blue, Diamond Glow
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 11, Funtouch 11.1
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass