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vivo V25e

vivo Y21T

vivo V25e

The Vivo V25e is a solid device that checks most of the right boxes for its price. It boasts a sleek design with a flat profile, glass on both display and rear, and a nice matte textured finish on the rear glass. The phone also features a triple camera setup with dual rings, a single bottom-firing mono speaker, and a 6.4-inch 1080p AMOLED display with a U-style notch. The Vivo V25e's display is vibrant and gets really bright up to 1300 nits, making it suitable for everyday use. The phone also features a fingerprint scanner on the display, which has been responsive and accurate most of the time. Software-wise, the device runs on Android 12 and Funtouch OS 12, with some nice customizations. The Mediatek Helio G99 processor powers this device, offering better battery optimization and higher CPU frequency compared to its predecessor. The phone also features 8GB of RAM, which can be extended by an additional 8GB via RAM Plus. While the V25e doesn't support 5G, it's a decent option for gaming, with smooth performance in high-graphics titles. The camera department has seen an upgrade, particularly on the main camera with the addition of OIS to its 64MP camera. However, there's no ultra-wide camera, and instead, we get a 2MP macro and depth sensor. The selfie camera is 32MP, taking good photos but sometimes requiring multiple shots due to overexposure. Overall, the Vivo V25e offers great value for its price, with impressive benchmark scores and decent gaming performance. While it may not be perfect, the phone's solid build quality, good display, and camera capabilities make it a strong contender in the mid-range market.

vivo Y21T

The Vivo Y21T is the latest addition to the Y series lineup, boasting a 6.51-inch LCD screen, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, and a massive 5,000mAh battery. As a budget gaming phone, it's designed for casual gaming enthusiasts. Design-wise, the Y21T has a slim body made of glossy polycarbonate material that changes colors when moved towards different angles. The device features a triple-camera setup at the top left corner, a slightly broad chin on the front, and a notch at the top with a call speaker. The phone's design looks premium but is prone to fingerprint smudges. The display is good for casual use, with vivid and accurate color reproduction. However, audio quality is compromised due to single downward-firing speakers that distort at maximum volume. Under the hood, the Y21T runs on Funtouch OS 12 based on Android 11, offering a customizable interface with some bloatware. The phone has a Jovi Home Ultra Game Mode and an eSport mode for enhanced gaming experience. Performance-wise, the device handles basic tasks well but stutters when switching apps. Gaming performance is decent, with minimal stutters in lighter games like Asphalt 9, but some details in graphics are grainy. Battery life is impressive, lasting a day or two on moderate usage, and charging takes about an hour and 30 minutes. The cameras are a triple setup of 50MP main, 2MP macro, and 2MP depth sensors, producing decent images with good lighting, but subpar low-light shots. Overall, the Vivo Y21T offers good battery life, trendy design, and average performance for an entry-level phone. While it's challenging to recommend at its price point of PHP 10,199, it's a solid daily driver if budget isn't an issue.