Overall Score
66.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#1005)66.8
Performance(#639)73.0
Camera(#2796)44.3
Display(#2040)79.5
Battery(#801)67.5
Build(#1769)77.8
Comparisons Featuring vivo Y38
Short Review
- The vivo Y38 features a sleek design with a glass front and plastic frame, measuring 165.7 x 76 x 8 mm and weighing 199 grams, available in Ocean Blue and Dark Green.
- It sports a 6.68-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 1000 nits, providing smooth visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm SM4450 Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, it offers reliable performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 613 GPU, complemented by 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
- The rear camera setup includes a 50 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The device is equipped with a robust 6000mAh battery that supports 44W fast charging, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharging.
- Running on Android 14 with Funtouch 14, it provides a modern software experience with various features.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC.
- The presence of stereo speakers and a headphone jack enhances the multimedia experience.
- However, it lacks wireless charging and water resistance.
- Overall, the vivo Y38 combines solid specifications with a stylish design for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, May 02
Announced2024, May 02
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.68"
TypeIPS LCD, 120Hz, 1000 nits (peak)
Resolution720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~264 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM4450 Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 613
Memory256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.1, (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity6000 mAh
Battery Details6000 mAh
Charging Details44W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions165.7 x 76 x 8 mm (6.52 x 2.99 x 0.31 in)
Weight199 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsOcean Blue, Dark Green
Foldable✗
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
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 14, Funtouch 14
OS VersionAndroid 14, Funtouch 14
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes