vivo V20 2021 vs vivo V27 Pro: A Detailed Showdown

The vivo V series consistently delivers stylish phones with impressive features. But which one is right for you? We're pitting the older vivo V20 2021 against the newer vivo V27 Pro to see which offers the best value and performance.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The vivo V27 Pro is the clear winner. Its significantly faster chipset, brighter display, and faster charging outweigh the V20 2021's strengths. While the V20 2021 remains a decent option, the V27 Pro offers a substantial upgrade across the board.

PHONES
Phone Names	vivo V20 2021	vivo V27 Pro

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41
5G bands	-	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced	2020, December 24. Released 2020, December 24	2023, March 01
Status	Discontinued	Available. Released 2023, March 01

Body
Build	Glass front, glass back	Glass front, plastic frame, glass back
Dimensions	161.3 x 74.2 x 7.4 mm (6.35 x 2.92 x 0.29 in)	164.1 x 74.8 x 7.4 mm (6.46 x 2.94 x 0.29 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	171 g (6.03 oz)	182 g (6.42 oz)
	-	Color changing back panel color

Display
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density)
Size	6.44 inches, 100.1 cm2 (~83.7% screen-to-body ratio)	6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~90.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED	AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 470 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 470 Silver)	Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 (8 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 8200 (4 nm)
GPU	Adreno 618	Mali-G610 MC6
OS	Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, Funtouch 12	Android 13, Funtouch 13

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	No
Internal	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
	-	UFS 3.1

Main Camera
Features	Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama	Ring-LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	-	50 MP, f/2.5, (wide), AF
Triple	64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF Auxiliary lens	50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	Dual-LED flash, HDR
Single	44 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF	50 MP, f/2.5, (wide), AF
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	Yes	No
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes
	24-bit/192kHz audio	24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE	5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, NavIC
Radio	FM radio	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	33W wired	66W wired, 50% in 19 min, 72% in 30 min
Type	4000 mAh	4600 mAh

Misc
Colors	Sunset Melody, Midnight Jazz, Moonlight Sonata	Magic Blue, Noble Black
Models	V2040, V2043_21	V2230
Price	About 280 EUR	About 440 EUR
SAR	-	1.22 W/kg (head) 0.89 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 121h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-29.1 LUFS (Average)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 846767 (v9) GeekBench: 3933 (v5.1), 3421 (v6) GFXBench: 57fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

vivo V20 2021

Compact and lightweight design
Decent front-facing camera
Good value for the price (when discounted)

Older chipset
Slower charging
Less vibrant display
Lower performance

vivo V27 Pro

Powerful Dimensity 8200 chipset
Bright and vibrant display
Fast 66W charging
Improved camera system
Premium design

Higher price point
Potentially larger size compared to V20 2021

Display Comparison

The vivo V27 Pro boasts a significantly brighter display at 978 nits compared to the V20 2021 (estimated around 480-500 nits). The V27 Pro's 'Infinite' contrast ratio suggests deeper blacks and better overall image quality. The V20 2021's display is adequate, but the V27 Pro offers a noticeably superior viewing experience.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer capable cameras, the V27 Pro likely has a more advanced sensor and image processing capabilities. Expect better low-light performance, more detail, and improved video recording on the V27 Pro. Specific camera specs (megapixels, aperture) would need further research to provide a more precise comparison.

Performance

The Dimensity 8200 chipset in the V27 Pro is a major upgrade over the Snapdragon 730 in the V20 2021. Expect significantly faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the V27 Pro. The V20 2021 is still capable for everyday tasks, but struggles with demanding applications.

Battery Life

Both phones claim impressive endurance ratings (121h). However, the V27 Pro's 66W charging is considerably faster than the V20 2021's 33W, allowing for quicker top-ups.

Buying Guide

The vivo V20 2021 is a good choice for budget-conscious users who prioritize a compact design and decent camera for everyday use. The vivo V27 Pro is ideal for those seeking a premium experience with faster performance, a vibrant display, and quicker charging, and a more advanced camera system.