Overall Score
44.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#3072)44.0
Performance(#2352)78.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3631)53.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo Y50
Short Review
- The vivo Y50 features a sleek design with dimensions of 162 x 76.5 x 9.1 mm and a weight of 197g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.53-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 403 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset, the device delivers reliable performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a versatile rear setup with a 13 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and additional macro and depth sensors, while the 16 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, supported by 15W charging, though it does not offer wireless charging.
- Running on Android 10 with Funtouch 10.0, the software experience is straightforward, but lacks stereo speakers.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is available in multiple colors, including Starry Black and Pearl White.
- Notably, it retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the vivo Y50 combines solid specifications in a well-built package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, April 06
Announced2020, April 06
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.53"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM6125 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
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 Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions162 x 76.5 x 9.1 mm (6.38 x 3.01 x 0.36 in)
Weight197 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsStarry Black, Iris Blue, Iris Blue, Pearl White
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, Funtouch 10.0
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass