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vivo V21 5G 256GB

Name: vivo V21 5G 256GB
Brand: vivo
Price: 1399 MYR

Release 2021, May 159.7 x 73.9 x 7.3 mm Android 11, Funtouch 11.1

RM 1,399.00

Source last updated 14 Mar 2023 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.

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MediaTek MT6853 Dimensity 800U 5G (7 nm)Chipset 8GB RAM, 256GB ROMRAM & Storage Triple: 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS +Rear Camera Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable batteryBattery

A Dimensity 800U 5G chipset pairs with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage here, enough headroom for multitasking and keeping a good chunk of apps and media installed without juggling external cards constantly. The 6.44-inch AMOLED screen runs at 90Hz with HDR10+ support, so scrolling feels smooth and content looks sharp at 409 ppi. vivo V21 5G 256GB price in Malaysia starts from RM1399.

The camera setup leans on a 64MP main sensor with OIS, backed by an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro lens. What stands out more is the 44MP front camera, also stabilized with OIS, built for selfie and vlog shooters who want steadier 4K footage without a gimbal.

Battery capacity sits at 4000mAh with 33W fast charging, vivo claims 63% in half an hour. There's no NFC or headphone jack, so contactless payment and wired audio aren't part of the package, but you do get 5G, an under-display fingerprint sensor, and a slim 7.3mm build.

Full Specifications

Release

Release Status: Release 2021, May

Performance

Processor: Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset: MediaTek MT6853 Dimensity 800U 5G (7 nm)
GPU: Mali-G57 MC3
RAM & Storage: 8GB RAM, 256GB ROM
External Storage: microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
OS: Android 11, Funtouch 11.1
Battery: Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery
Fast charging 33W, 63% in 30 min (advertised)

Screen

Display size: 6.44 inches, 100.1 cm2 (~84.8% screen-to-body ratio)
1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
Display type: AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ)

Body

Dimension: 159.7 x 73.9 x 7.3 mm
Weight: 176 g (6.21 oz)
Body Type: Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Colors: Dusk Blue, Sunset Dazzle, Arctic White

Connectivity

SIM: Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Data Speed: HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A, 5G
Wifi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth: 5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC: No
USB: USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go
GPS: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio: No

Sensors

Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Camera & Video

Rear Camera: Triple: 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS +
8 MP, f/2.2, 120?, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm +
2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera: 44 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF, OIS
Video: 4K@30fps (no OIS), 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie: 4K@30fps (no OIS), 1080p@30fps
Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama
Selfie: Dual-LED flash, HDR