Vivo Y18e Launched in India with Promising Budget Features: Pricing, Specs, and, More

HomeTech NewsVivo Y18e Launched in India with Promising Budget Features: Pricing, Specs, and, More

Highlights

  • Vivo Y18e debuts with a 6.56-inch 90Hz LCD display and HD+ resolution.
  • Equipped with Mediatek Helio G85, 4GB RAM, and 64GB storage.
  • Features a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging and IP54 resistance.
  • Available in Space Black and Gem Green colours, pricing to be announced.

Vivo has added another affordable option to its Y-series lineup with the introduction of the Y18e in the Indian market.

While light on premium features, the newly launched Y18e packs some decent specs for its expected budget price point.

Vivo Y18e: Pricing and Availability

Vivo Y18e Launched in India with Promising Budget Features
Vivo Y18e Launched in India with Promising Budget Features

The Vivo Y18e appears to be a rebranded version of the Y03 that is already available in some other regions.

For the Indian market, Vivo is releasing the Y18e in a single 4GB+64GB configuration, though pricing and availability details have not been announced yet.

Vivo Y18e: Features and Key Specs

Vivo Y18e debuts with a 6.56-inch 90Hz LCD display and HD+ resolution
Vivo Y18e debuts with a 6.56-inch 90Hz LCD display and HD+ resolution

The Y18e sports a 6.56-inch LCD display with an HD+ resolution of 1612 x 720 pixels.

It offers a 90Hz refresh rate and 528 nits of peak brightness.

On the camera front, you get a 13MP primary camera accompanied by a 0.08MP depth sensor.

A 5MP selfie shooter is embedded in a waterdrop notch.

Available in Space Black and Gem Green colours, pricing to be announced
Available in Space Black and Gem Green colours, pricing to be announced

Under the hood, the Vivo Y18e packs the Mediatek Helio G85 chipset paired with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 64GB of eMMC 5.1 storage.

It runs Android 14-based Funtouch OS out of the box.

Other key specs of the Vivo Y18e include:

  • 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging (no charger in box)
  • IP54 dust and water resistance  
  • 150% boosted speaker volume
  • Dimensions: 163.63 x 75.58 x 8.39mm
  • Weight: 185 grams
  • Colours: Space Black and Gem Green
Features a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging and IP54 resistance
Features a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging and IP54 resistance

While not a performance powerhouse, the Y18e seems geared to provide a decent all-around experience for budget users.

Its large battery, water resistance, loud speakers and 90Hz display could make it an enticing pick in the entry-level segment once pricing is revealed.

Look for the Vivo Y18e to hit stores across India in the coming weeks as the latest affordable addition to Vivo’s Y smartphone series.

Vivo Y18e Specs

GENERAL

Sim Type Dual Sim, GSM+GSM
Dual Sim Yes
Sim Size Nano SIM
Device Type Smartphone
Release Date May 01, 2024 (Expected)

DESIGN

Bezel less No

DISPLAY

Type Color IPS Screen (16M Colors)
Touch Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate
Size 6.56 inches, 1200 x 2400 pixels, 90 Hz
Aspect Ratio 20:9
PPI ~ 409 PPI
Notch Yes, Water Drop Notch

MEMORY

RAM 4 GB
Storage 64 GB
Card Slot Yes, upto 1 TB

CONNECTIVITY

GPRS Yes
EDGE Yes
3G Yes
4G Yes
VoLTE Yes, Dual Stand-By
Wifi Yes, with wifi-hotspot
Bluetooth Yes, v5.2
USB Yes, USB-C v2.0
USB Features USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging

EXTRA

GPS Yes, with A-GPS Support
Fingerprint Sensor Yes, Side
Face Unlock Yes
Sensors Accelerometer, Compass
3.5mm Headphone Jack Yes
Water Resistance No
Dust Resistant No

CAMERA

Rear Camera 50 MP f/2.2 (Main)
2 MP f/2.4 (Depth Sensor) with autofocus
Features Panorama, Face Beauty, Photo, Video, Live Photo, Time-Lapse, Pro, Documents
Video Recording 1080p @ 30 fps FHD
Flash Yes, LED
Front Camera 16 MP f/2.2 with Screen Flash
Front Video Recording 720p

TECHNICAL

OS Android v14
Custom UI Funtouch OS 14
Chipset Mediatek Helio G88
CPU 2 GHz, Octa Core Processor
Core Details 2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55
GPU Arm Mali-G52 MC2
Java No
Browser Yes, supports HTML

MULTIMEDIA

Email Yes
Music Yes
Video Yes
FM Radio No
Document Reader Yes

BATTERY

Type Non-Removable Battery
Size 5000 mAh, Li-ion Battery
Fast Charging Yes, 18W Fast Charging

FAQs

What are the key features of the Vivo Y18e?

The Vivo Y18e comes with a 6.56-inch LCD screen at a 90Hz refresh rate, a dual-camera setup with a 13MP main sensor, and runs on Android 14-based Funtouch OS.

What chipset does the Vivo Y18e use?

It is powered by the Mediatek Helio G85 processor, paired with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM, making it suitable for basic multitasking and casual gaming.

How is the battery capacity of the Vivo Y18e?

The smartphone includes a 5,000mAh battery supporting 15W charging, which should suffice for a day’s usage on moderate handling.

What are the storage options available for the Vivo Y18e?

Vivo offers the Y18e in a 4GB+64GB configuration, with the storage type being eMMC 5.1, which provides ample space for everyday apps and media.

Is the Vivo Y18e water and dust resistant?

Yes, the device comes with IP54 dust and water resistance, adding a layer of durability for everyday use in various environmental conditions.

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