vivo V21vsvivo Y18t

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

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vivo V21
V21
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 800U (MT6853)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo V21 5G boasts exceptional battery life with over 123 hours of usage time, making it standout feature.
The Vivo V21 5G's impressive AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate is its standout feature overall.
The Vivo V21's camera is an unexpected strength, delivering decent to excellent results across various scenarios.
The Vivo V21 5G's performance is adequate for its price range, not exceptional or standout.
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vivo Y18t
Y18t
Processor:Unisoc Tiger T612
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo Y8T boasts an impressive battery life, with over two days of moderate usage on a single charge.
The Vivo Y8T's display is serviceable but falls short of expectations due to low pixel density and brightness levels overall.
The Vivo Y18T's camera performance is decent, but limited by low-light issues and lack of advanced features like 4K video.
The Vivo Y8t's performance is decent but not exceptional, suitable for general use and casual gaming mostly.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
vivo V21
2.40 GHz
vivo Y18t
1.80 GHz

RAM

Winner
vivo V21
8GB
vivo Y18t
4GB

Storage

Tie
vivo V21
128GB
vivo Y18t
128GB

Weight

Winner
vivo V21
176g
vivo Y18t
185g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
vivo vivo V21
vivo vivo Y18t
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 800U (MT6853)
Unisoc Tiger T612
CPU
2x2.4 GHz ARM Cortex, A76 +6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A55
2 x ARM Cortex, A75 1.8Ghz + 6 x ARM Cortex, A55 1.8Ghz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
7
12
Frequency
2.40
1.80
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
ARM Mali-G57 MC3
Mali-G57 MP1
RAM
8
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
128
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
eMMC 5.1 Storage
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
343150
222000
Antutu Version
Antutu v8
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 65% of devices
Overall performance better than 57% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

vivo V21

Strengths

The screen has a 90hz refresh rate, which is an entry-level high refresh rate that provides a much smoother experience.
The battery life is excellent, with 123 hours of endurance in our tests.
The selfie camera performance is unmatched in its price segment, producing 40 megapixel stills with autofocus and OIS.
The phone's screen has HDR 10+ support and widevine L1 certification, making it suitable for streaming high-quality videos.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

vivo Y18t

Strengths

The phone has a huge 5,000 MH battery with fast charging (15 W) which is a significant advantage for gamers.
It features a 50 MP primary camera and an 8 MP selfie camera which can provide good image and video capabilities.
The phone supports up to Micro SDXC using a dedicated slot, providing ample storage options.
It has dual nano SIM card slots and supports 2G, 3G, and 4G networks.
The phone's design is decent with an IPS LCD display panel on the front.

Weaknesses

The phone runs on Android 14 but lacks a fingerprint sensor which can be a disadvantage for some users.
It has unios T612 12nm CPU which may not provide the best performance experience.
The phone does not support 5G networks, limiting its future-proofing capabilities.
The camera performance is mediocre with a score of 2 out of 10 from the reviewer.
The phone's display quality is also subpar with a score of 5 out of 10 from the reviewer.
Read Full Reviews

vivo V21

The Vivo V21 5G stands out in the market with its exceptional selfie video capabilities, making it a top choice for social media enthusiasts and those who frequently engage in long video calls. While other mid-range smartphones may have more powerful chipsets, the Vivo V21 5G excels in power efficiency, ensuring smooth day-to-day performance. The phone's design is sleek and premium, with a plastic build that feels solid to the touch. The 6.4-inch AMOLED display offers a high refresh rate of 90Hz, providing a seamless viewing experience. The camera setup includes a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro camera, which delivers impressive results in various lighting conditions. The highlight of the phone is undoubtedly its 44MP selfie camera, which produces stunning stills and videos with excellent autofocus, LED flash, and OIS. The front-facing camera captures detailed selfies, even in low light, making it ideal for social media content creation. While the Vivo V21 5G may not be the most powerful mid-ranger on the market, its focus on power efficiency makes it a reliable choice for everyday tasks. The phone's battery life is also commendable, lasting up to 123 hours on our tests. In comparison to other mid-range smartphones like the Redmi Note 10 and Galaxy A52 5G, the Vivo V21 5G may not have all the bells and whistles, but it excels in its niche. If top-notch selfie video capabilities are a priority, this phone is definitely worth considering, especially given its competitive pricing.

vivo Y18t

The Vivo Y8T is a budget-friendly smartphone that packs a punch with its impressive features. Priced at around BDT 15,000, this device boasts a 6.56-inch IPS LCD display, a 5,000mAh battery with fast charging, and a quad-core processor powered by the Unisoc Tiger T612 chipset. With a 50MP primary camera and an 8MP selfie camera, the Y8T is equipped to take stunning photos and videos.

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