Vivo is adding more to its lineup with the introduction of the new Y50 5G. The affordable smartphone offers a dose of performance, battery, and new features. It’s for users who want smooth 5G speeds and display, without the price of flagships.
Vivo Y50 5G Comes with Huge Battery, Smooth Display, and an Affordable Price
Display and Design
The Vivo Y50 5G features a large 6.74-inch LCD display. It is HD+ resolution (1600 x 720 pixels) compatible and offers a 90Hz refresh rate, making it perfect for smoother scrolling and enhanced visuals while playing games or watching movies. The display comes with a waterdrop-shaped cutout at the top, hosting the front camera.
Performance and Storage Options
It runs the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. It’s accompanied by a few RAM and storage options to suit different budgets:
- 4GB RAM + 128GB storage – $165
- 6GB RAM + 128GB storage – $206
- 8GB RAM + 256GB storage – $275
- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage – $316
The base variant has eMMC 5.1 storage, whereas higher-end variants have faster UFS 2.2 storage. This provides faster app loading and multitasking on the upper variants.
Camera and Battery
The camera setup is basic but functional. There is a lone 13MP primary camera on the rear. At the front, there is a 5MP selfie camera in the notch. The cameras get the job done for everyday photography and video calling.
The actual showstopper is the battery. It comes with a massive 6,000mAh battery, which will easily last for two days if used moderately. Fast charging of 44W ensures it gets charged fast. It also has reverse charging, so you can use it as a power bank for other gadgets.
Other Features
The Vivo Y50 5G runs on Android with Vivo’s OriginOS 5. It comes with a fingerprint reader at the side to quickly unlock the phone. You also get a lot of connectivity options: 5G, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi, dual SIM capability, GPS, and even an IR blaster. It has a USB-C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Also, it offers IP64 water and dust protection. It weighs 204 grams and comes in Platinum White, Sky Blue, and Diamond Black shades.
Sporting a large screen, large battery, and affordable price, Vivo Y50 5G is a strong option for budget buyers with a need for 5G.
