
UAE Price
AED 950
India Price
₹24,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2023
The vivo V21s 128GB is Vivo's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.44 inches, 100.0 cm2 (~84.7% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Dimensity 800U (7 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4000 mAh battery. At AED 950 in the UAE and ₹24,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The vivo V21s 128GB excels with its 64MP main camera featuring OIS for stable low-light shots, a 90Hz AMOLED display delivering smooth scrolling, and 33W wired charging that delivers 63% in 30 minutes. It’s built for urban content creators who prioritize sharp daylight photos and smooth screen response without paying flagship prices. The 5G support and NFC add practical utility in both markets. However, its mid-range Octa-core chipset with Cortex-A55 cores struggles with sustained gaming, throttling noticeably after 15 minutes of intensive use. In UAE at AED 950, it’s competitive because it outperforms similarly priced devices in camera consistency and display quality. In India at ₹24,999, it’s overpriced—competitors like the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ offer better thermals, faster charging, and higher-resolution sensors for the same cost. Skip it if you game often or demand long-term performance stability.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 4000 mAh |
| Charging | 33W wired, 63% in 30 min |
| Battery Capacity | 4000 mAh |
| Triple | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Single | 44 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF, OIS |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 159.7 x 73.9 x 7.3 mm or 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 176 g / 177 g (6.21 oz) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.44 inches, 100.0 cm2 (~84.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2404 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Dusk Blue, Gradient |
| Price | About 360 EUR |
| Announced | 2022, November 17 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, November 17 |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 800U (7 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC3 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the V21s.
It is not recommended for purchase in 2026 as newer models offer better performance and software support. The V21s may struggle with upcoming apps and updates, making it a poor long-term investment.
The vivo V21s 128GB is priced at AED 950 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and select online platforms.
The vivo V21s 128GB is priced at ₹24999 in India. It can be purchased from official vivo stores and major e-commerce sites.
The vivo V21s 128GB delivers strong daytime photos with vibrant colors and good detail. Its 64MP main sensor handles portraits well, and the front camera excels in low-light selfies.
The vivo V21s 128GB offers all-day battery life with moderate usage, lasting up to 10-12 hours of screen time. It supports 44W fast charging for quick top-ups.
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