Vivo X Fold6 vs Vivo Y21
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $1900 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 44/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 528,398); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Vivo Y21
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $178 vs $1900
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold6 vs the Vivo Y21, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 44 points higher (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100, Vivo Y21 — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (82/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (100/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1980 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | $178 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Vivo Y21 by 554.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1722. Vivo Y21 was $1722 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (95/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (82/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (100/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 44 points (88/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.