Vivo X21i vs Vivo Y53t 5G

The Vivo X21i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y53t 5G leads — 11/100 vs 8/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y53t 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3425); the main camera is 12 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo X21i is noticeably lighter (159g vs 186g).

The Vivo Y53t 5G edges out the Vivo X21i by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X21i
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 6
Battery 0
Design 100
Value for money 55
Vivo Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo X21i better?
  • Lighter: 159g vs 186g

  • Better camera (6/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3425 mAh
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 12MP

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo X21i vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Vivo Y53t 5G scores 3 points higher (11/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G leads (36/100 vs 0/100). 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 Vivo X21i is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo X21i: The Vivo X21i is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo X21i Vivo Y53t 5G
Processor MediaTek Helio P60 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 232802
Geekbench Single 341
Geekbench Multi 779
Display 6.3" Super AMOLED 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 1080x2280 720x1600
Refresh rate
Battery 3425 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 12 MP 13 MP
Front camera 24 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4 Android 13
NFC no no
Dimensions 154.4×75.0×7.0 mm 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm
Weight 159 g 186 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo X21i
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 24MP
6
camera
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Vivo X21i
  • 6.3" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo X21i
  • 3425 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Vivo X21i is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (36/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 67/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X21i or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Vivo Y53t 5G edges out the Vivo X21i by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo X21i and the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Vivo X21i has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo X21i or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Vivo X21i leads on camera score (6/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo X21i over the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Vivo X21i is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.