Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4047)57.3
Performance(#4998)60.3
Camera(#4814)42.4
Display(#5957)70.5
Battery(#12379)43.5
Build(#974)79.8
Comparisons Featuring vivo Y81
Short Review
- The vivo Y81 features a sleek design with dimensions of 155.1 x 75 x 7.8 mm and a weight of 146.5g, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass and a plastic back and frame.
- Its 6.22-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, providing decent visuals at approximately 270 ppi density, although it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 chipset, the phone runs on an octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU, delivering satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The device comes with 32GB of internal storage and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with an f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- Its 3260 mAh battery provides adequate power for daily use, although it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- The software runs on Android 8.1 (Oreo) with Funtouch 4, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and a microUSB 2.0 port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone includes a headphone jack but does not feature stereo speakers.
- Overall, the vivo Y81 is a functional device with essential features for casual users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.22"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3260 mAh
Battery Details3260 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions155.1 x 75 x 7.8 mm (6.11 x 2.95 x 0.31 in)
Weight146.5 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), Funtouch 4
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), Funtouch 4
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted) - only 4 GB model; accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes