Vivo Y21d vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y21d leads — 27/100 vs 22/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 209g).

The Vivo Y21d edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo Y21d
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 54
Design 38
Value for money 100
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo Y21d better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 209g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo Y21d vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y21d scores 5 points higher (27/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (54/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (54/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo Y21d: The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo Y21d Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Unisoc T7225 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 300000
Geekbench Single 580
Geekbench Multi 1750
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 720x1608 1080x2376
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 209 g 171 g
Price $110
Camera comparison
Vivo Y21d
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Vivo Y21d
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1608
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo Y21d
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo Y21d
$110
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (52/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (54/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (86/100 vs 38/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo Y21d or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y21d edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo Y21d and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y21d has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo Y21d or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Vivo Y21d over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.