UAE Price
AED 2,000
India Price
₹44,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2024
The vivo S21 Pro 256GB is Vivo's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 display, the Mediatek Dimensity 9300+ (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5500 mAh battery. At AED 2,000 in the UAE and ₹44,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The vivo S21 Pro 256GB excels with its triple 50MP camera system—each with OIS and PDAF—delivering sharp 3x optical zoom and low-light clarity, while the 5500mAh battery and 90W wired charging fully replenish in under 30 minutes. The 120Hz AMOLED display with 1B colors and 460 ppi ensures buttery, vivid visuals. This phone targets content creators who shoot 4K video daily and need rapid charging between shoots, especially those using dual-camera setups for portraits and landscapes. Its weakness is thermal throttling under prolonged 5G gaming: sustained 90fps play causes noticeable frame drops after 15 minutes due to the Cortex-X4 cluster’s heat buildup. In UAE at AED 2000, it’s competitive because rivals like the Xiaomi 14 offer similar cameras but only 67W charging. In India at ₹44999, it’s overpriced—same specs are available in the OnePlus 12R for ₹42999 with better cooling and a more refined UI.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 5500 mAh |
| Charging | 90W wired, PD Reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5500 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.56", PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/1.9, (telephoto), 1/1.95", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Features | Ring-LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Single | 50 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), AF |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | - |
| Weight | - |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, glass back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2800 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Gray; other colors |
| Announced | Not announced yet |
| Status | Cancelled |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 9300+ (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.25 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A720) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G720 MC12 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the S21 Pro.
It remains a solid choice in 2026 for users prioritizing camera quality and sleek design over cutting-edge performance. At its current price point, it offers good value for daily use without needing the latest flagship features.
The vivo S21 Pro 256GB is priced at AED 2000 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The vivo S21 Pro 256GB is priced at ₹44999 in India. It is available through official vivo stores and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The camera delivers vibrant, detailed photos with excellent low-light performance and accurate color reproduction. It handles fast-moving subjects smoothly with consistent autofocus and HDR optimization.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including social media, streaming, and photography. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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