Vivo has quietly launched its budget 5G lineup of Y series in China with the launch of the Vivo Y50 5G and Y50m 5G. These phones bring a balanced mix of performance and battery life. In this article, we will discuss its specs, price, and more.
Vivo Y50/Y50m 5G Overview:
Design and Display
The Vivo Y50 5G and Y50m 5G come with a clean and modern design that fits well in the hand. The back panel of this device has a subtle finish and comes in colors like Platinum White, Sky Blue, and Diamond Black. The design is complemented by a practical set of camera placement and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The phones also offer IP64 dust and water resistance.
Talking about the display, both devices feature a 6.74-inch LCD screen with an HD+ resolution (1600 x 720). This panel also features a 90Hz fast refresh rate, offering smoother scrolling. The 20:9 aspect ratio also provides a tall viewing experience, while the waterdrop notch maximizes the screen space.
Performance and Memory
Powering the Vivo Y50 5G and Y50m 5G is the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. This processor is capable of casual browsing, social media, or even light gaming. This chip, coupled with Android 15-based OriginOS 5, delivers a smooth software experience.
In terms of memory options, it starts from 4GB RAM on the Y50 and 6GB RAM on the Y50m, going up to 12GB RAM for users needing more multitasking headroom. Storage options go upto 256GB, providing ample space for apps, photos, and videos. While the 6GB+128GB variant uses eMMC 5.1, other variants feature faster UFS 2.2 storage.
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Connectivity and Battery
For connectivity, the Vivo Y50 5G series covers all the essential connectivity, such as dual-SIM 5G support. It also includes Bluetooth 5.4, dual-band Wi-Fi, GPS, and even an IR blaster for controlling home appliances. The phone comes with a USB-C port for charging and a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio.
Battery life is a clear highlight here as it comes with a massive 6000mAh battery, ensuring to last at least through a day and beyond on a single charge, even with 5G usage. The phones support 44W fast charging for quick top-ups when needed, and also reverse wired charging.
