vivo V21e 5G vs OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite takes the lead thanks to its significantly faster charging (67W vs 44W) and the more efficient Snapdragon 695 chipset. While the V21e 5G boasts a potentially better camera system, the Nord CE 3 Lite offers a more well-rounded experience for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | vivo V21e 5G | OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| - | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, June 24 | 2023, April 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, June 28 | Available. Released 2023, April 11 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 160.6 x 73.9 x 7.7 or 7.8 mm | 165.5 x 76 x 8.3 mm (6.52 x 2.99 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 165 g or 167 g (5.82 oz) | 195 g (6.88 oz) |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~391 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.44 inches, 100.1 cm2 (~84.4% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.72 inches, 109.6 cm2 (~87.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 430 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) | IPS LCD, 120Hz, 550 nits (typ), 680 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 11, Funtouch 11.1 | Android 13, OxygenOS 13.1 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 2.1 | UFS 2.2 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7X", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm | - |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | - |
| Triple | - | 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | - | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| 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, dual-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 44W wired, 72% in 30 min | 67W wired, 80% in 30 min |
| Type | 4000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Sunset Jazz, Dark Pearl | Pastel Lime, Chromatic Gray |
| Models | V2055 | CPH2467, CPH2465 |
| Price | About 310 EUR | £ 169.98 / € 209.99 |
| SAR | 0.86 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body) | 1.17 W/kg (head) 0.70 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 412006 (v9) GeekBench: 2052 (v5) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
vivo V21e 5G
- Potentially better selfie camera
- Slim and stylish design
- Good value for money
- Slower charging speed
- Likely LCD display
- Dimensity 700 chipset may struggle with demanding tasks
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite
- 67W fast charging
- Snapdragon 695 5G chipset for better performance
- 120Hz AMOLED display
- Modern design
- Camera may not be as impressive as V21e 5G
- Software experience can vary
Display Comparison
Both phones feature a 6.43-inch display, but the Nord CE 3 Lite utilizes an AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering a smoother and more vibrant visual experience compared to the V21e 5G's likely LCD panel. The Nord CE 3 Lite's display is a clear advantage.
Camera Comparison
The vivo V21e 5G is often praised for its selfie camera capabilities, potentially offering better image processing and features. However, the Nord CE 3 Lite's main camera setup (likely a 108MP sensor) could provide more detail in well-lit conditions. A direct camera comparison would be needed for a definitive answer.
Performance
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite's Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, built on a 6nm process, generally outperforms the vivo V21e 5G's Dimensity 700 (7nm). Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the Nord CE 3 Lite. The Kryo 660 cores in the Nord CE 3 Lite also offer a slight edge in CPU performance.
Battery Life
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite's 67W fast charging is a game-changer, allowing it to charge from 0% to 80% in just 30 minutes. The vivo V21e 5G's 44W charging is still respectable, but significantly slower. Battery capacity is likely similar, but the Nord CE 3 Lite's charging speed gives it a clear advantage.
Buying Guide
The vivo V21e 5G is ideal for users prioritizing camera quality and a slimmer design. The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite is a better choice for those who value fast charging, smoother performance, and a more modern design at a competitive price.