Overall Score
34.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#4377)34.1
Performance(#5009)53.4
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#5823)55.2
Battery(#5422)21.8
Build(#1726)71.8
Connectivity(#4373)49.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo Y53
Short Review
- The vivo Y53 features a compact design with dimensions of 144.2 x 71.4 x 7.6 mm and a weight of 137g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and a plastic back and frame.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 220 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset with a quad-core CPU clocked at 1.4 GHz and 2GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP unit with an f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording video at 720p, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2500 mAh, providing moderate usage time without fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 6 (Marshmallow) with Funtouch 3, the software experience is basic and may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Available colors are Crown Gold and Matte Black, offering limited aesthetic choices.
- Overall, the vivo Y53 is a straightforward smartphone suitable for essential functions.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor India
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions144.2 x 71.4 x 7.6 mm (5.68 x 2.81 x 0.30 in)
Weight137 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsCrown Gold, Matte Black
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 6 (Marshmallow), Funtouch 3
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass