Realme C83 5G vs Vivo Y21d

The Realme C83 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $130 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C83 5G leads — 47/100 vs 38/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000).

The Realme C83 5G edges out the Vivo Y21d by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C83 5G
Performance 44
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 60
Portability 61
Value for money 74
Vivo Y21d
Performance 31
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 58
Portability 49
Value for money 60
What makes Realme C83 5G better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 580
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1750
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 198g vs 209g

  • Higher performance (44/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better display (66/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (61/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21d better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
  • Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $130

  • Overall rating 38/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C83 5G vs the Vivo Y21d, the Realme C83 5G scores 9 points higher (47/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme C83 5G leads (44/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme C83 5G — 74/100, Vivo Y21d — 60/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G and the Vivo Y21d are nearly equal (60/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).

Realme C83 5G: The Realme C83 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y21d: The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C83 5G Vivo Y21d
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Unisoc T7225
AnTuTu 550018
Geekbench Single 803 580
Geekbench Multi 2047 1750
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 720x1608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 15W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm
Weight 198 g 209 g
Launch price $130 $110
Camera comparison
Realme C83 5G
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Vivo Y21d
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Realme C83 5G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Vivo Y21d
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1608
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Battery and charging
Realme C83 5G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless charging: no data
60
battery
Vivo Y21d
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C83 5G
$130
Vivo Y21d
$110

Launch price difference: $20. Vivo Y21d was $20 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (66/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G and the Vivo Y21d are nearly equal (60/100 vs 58/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C83 5G or the Vivo Y21d?

The Realme C83 5G edges out the Vivo Y21d by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme C83 5G and the Vivo Y21d?

The Realme C83 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo Y21d — 38/100.

Which is more powerful: the Realme C83 5G or the Vivo Y21d?

The Realme C83 5G leads on performance (44/100 vs 31/100).

Should you choose the Realme C83 5G over the Vivo Y21d?

The Realme C83 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for everyday use.