ZTE V821
The ZTE V821 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6516, built for basic everyday tasks (2011).
2011 · Entry-level · Android 2.2 (Froyo)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size116 x 56.5 x 11.8 mm (4.57 x 2.22 x 0.46 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6516
Storage256MB
Main Camera2 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 120g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic Mediatek MT6516 for simple tasks only
✗2 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2011, June. Released 2011, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6516
Entry-level — basic tasks only
💻 Display
Panel
TFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
📱 Design & Build
Weight
120g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
116 x 56.5 x 11.8 mm (4.57 x 2.22 x 0.46 in)
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the ZTE V821 does not support 5G — it supports GSM.
Yes, the ZTE V821 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the ZTE V821 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)).
Yes, the ZTE V821 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The ZTE V821 ships with Android 2.2 (Froyo).
The ZTE V821 uses microUSB 2.0.
The ZTE V821 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot.
The ZTE V821 has 2.1, A2DP.
