Overall Score
52.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#1988)52.8
Performance(#1588)84.1
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#1628)81.0
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3217)56.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo Y36 (India)
Short Review
- The vivo Y36 features a sleek design with a glass front and plastic back, measuring 164.1 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm and weighing 202 grams.
- Its 6.64-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2388 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at a peak brightness of 650 nits.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, it delivers reliable performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 610 GPU, supported by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video, while a 16 MP front camera caters to selfies.
- A robust 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, with 44W fast charging for quick top-ups.
- The device runs on Android 13 with Funtouch 13, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1, but it lacks 5G support.
- The absence of wireless charging and stereo speakers is notable, yet it retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Available in Meteor Black and Vibrant Gold, the vivo Y36 combines functionality with an appealing aesthetic.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, June 22
Announced2023, June 22
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.64"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 650 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2388 pixels (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details44W wired, 30% in 15 minReverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions164.1 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm (6.46 x 3.00 x 0.32 in)
Weight202 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsMeteor Black, Vibrant Gold
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
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 13, Funtouch 13
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass