Overall Score
52.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#2046)52.2
Performance(#2851)73.9
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#1639)80.7
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#2217)65.8
Connectivity(#2301)63.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The vivo Y18 features a sleek design with dimensions of 163.6 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 185g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.56-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at 840 nits peak brightness.
- Powered by the Mediatek Helio G85 chipset, the device includes an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB of RAM, ensuring decent performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera boasts a 50 MP main sensor capable of 1080p video recording, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The 5000mAh battery supports 15W charging, providing ample power for extended use.
- Running on Android 14 with Funtouch 14, the software experience is up-to-date and user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
- The phone is available in Mocha Brown and Wave Aqua colors, adding aesthetic appeal.
- Notably, it includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the vivo Y18 combines solid specifications with practical features for a reliable smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, May 06
Announced2024, May 06
DescriptionNot to be confused with Vivo Y18 for India
Display
Size6.56"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 840 nits (HBM)
Resolution720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Helio G85 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 MC2
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF0.08 MP, f/3.0 (auxiliary lens)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoYes
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions163.6 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight185 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsMocha Brown, Wave Aqua
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 14, Funtouch 14
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass