Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB vs vivo Y 21 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 7 of the specs we have recorded, and the vivo Y 21 256GB is cheaper by SAR 110 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (6 GB vs 4 GB)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 110
  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh)

The deciding difference here: storage and memory (RAM) and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Storage

    128 GB✓ 256 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 6 GB4 GB
  • Screen size

    6.7 in6.68 in

Specifications side by side

19 of 19 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,040
Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB specs
vivoSAR 930
vivo Y 21 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,040SAR 930
Storage128 GB✓ 256 GB
Memory (RAM)✓ 6 GB4 GB
ProcessorSnapdragon 6 Gen 3Dimensity 6300
Battery capacity5,000 mAh✓ 6,500 mAh
Wired charging45 W44 W
Years of OS updates6 years—
Main camera50 MP50 MP
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB and the vivo Y 21 256GB?

Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; vivo Y 21 256GB: Dimensity 6300. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB and the vivo Y 21 256GB?

Storage is higher on the vivo Y 21 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB and the vivo Y 21 256GB?

No difference here: main camera is 50 MP on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB and the vivo Y 21 256GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the vivo Y 21 256GB: 6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A36 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.