Overall Score
53.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#1876)53.9
Performance(#1556)84.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#1639)80.7
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#2217)65.8
Connectivity(#1610)72.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo Y36i
Short Review
- The vivo Y36i features a sleek design with dimensions of 163.7 x 75.4 x 8.1 mm and a weight of 186g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.56-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at 840 nits peak brightness.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6020 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, ensuring decent performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP wide lens capable of 1080p video recording, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- The device is equipped with a 5000mAh battery, supporting 15W charging, which provides extended usage without wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 13 with OriginOS 3, it offers a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.1, enhancing versatility.
- The phone lacks stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Available in Purple, Gold, and Black, the Y36i combines aesthetic appeal with functional features.
- Overall, it presents a balanced offering for users seeking essential smartphone capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, December 09
Announced2023, December 09
DescriptionN/A
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 Dimensity 6020 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC2
Memory128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAFAnti-stroboscopic sensor
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/1.8, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoYes
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details15W wiredReverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions163.7 x 75.4 x 8.1 mm (6.44 x 2.97 x 0.32 in)
Weight186 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsPurple, Gold, Black
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 13, OriginOS 3
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass