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vivo Y11 5G vs vivo Y21 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

vivo Y21 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
Vivo · 2026

vivo Y11 5G

vivo Y11 5G
84/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Vivo · 2026

vivo Y21 5G

vivo Y21 5G
84/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

vivo Y21 5G wins 2 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

vivo Y11 5G
vivo Y11 5G
0 wins
vivo Y21 5G
vivo Y21 5G
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurity
vivo Y11 5Gvivo Y21 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    41
    41
  • Camerafrom specsvivo Y21 5G
    57
    83
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    40
    40
  • BatteryTie
    62
    62
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    65
    65
  • Connectivityvivo Y21 5G
    33
    67
  • SecurityTie
    57
    57
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • vivo Y21 5G charges faster44W vs 15W
  • vivo Y21 5G has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 13 MP
  • vivo Y21 5G has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy vivo Y11 5G
  • ✓13 MP main camera
  • ✓6.74" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy vivo Y21 5G
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.74" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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Specificationvivo Y11 5Gvivo Y21 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeColor IPS ScreenColor IPS Screen
Screen Size6.74"6.74"
Resolution & Density~ 260 PPI ~ 260 PPI
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Brightness1,200 nits peak1,200 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6nm)MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsMali-G57 MC2Mali-G57 MC2
Operating SystemAndroid v16 16Android v16 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory4 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage64/128 GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 vivo Y21 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera13 MP50 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens5 MP5 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions167.4 x 77.1 x 8.4 mm167.4 x 77.1 x 8.4 mm
Weight209 g209 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP65IP65
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity6,500 mAh6,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging15W44W
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardYes, with wifi-hotspotYes, with wifi-hotspot
BluetoothYesYes
USB Port & SpeedYes, USB-C v2.0Yes, USB-C v2.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

vivo Y21 5G wins — BeastScore 84.0/100

The vivo Y21 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (44W vs 15W) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 13 MP).

Buy vivo Y11 5G if you want

Reliable all-round performance.

Buy vivo Y21 5G if you want

Faster wired charging: 44W vs 15W · Higher-resolution main camera: 50 MP vs 13 MP

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Common questions

Which is better: vivo Y11 5G or vivo Y21 5G?

The vivo Y21 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (44W vs 15W) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 13 MP). BeastScore: vivo Y11 5G 84.0/100, vivo Y21 5G 84.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between vivo Y11 5G and vivo Y21 5G?

vivo Y11 5G has a 6.74-inch display and 6500 mAh battery. vivo Y21 5G has a 6.74-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.

How do vivo Y11 5G and vivo Y21 5G compare for speed?

vivo Y11 5G scores 41/100 for performance; vivo Y21 5G scores 41/100.

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