Realme V21 vs Redmi Note 8T
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Redmi Note 8T (2019) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 8T leads — 16/100 vs 10/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme V21 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi Note 8T has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Redmi Note 8T
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Redmi Note 8T, the Redmi Note 8T scores 6 points higher (16/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 8T leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 8T notably outperforms the Realme V21 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 8T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Redmi Note 8T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 190 g | |
| Price | — | $200 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 8T
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 8T
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 8T
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 8T notably outperforms the Realme V21 (25/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 8T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Redmi Note 8T edges out the Realme V21 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Redmi Note 8T?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi Note 8T — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Redmi Note 8T leads on camera score (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Redmi Note 8T?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 8T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.