Following the launch of the Y18 and Y18e earlier this year, Vivo has quietly introduced another Y-series phone, the Y18i, to the Indian market. It’s a budget smartphone that focuses on delivering the essentials. Let’s go through the specifications, features, and the price of Vivo Y18i in India.
Vivo Y18i Specifications
The phone’s specifications are a predictable mix for its price point. It has an LCD screen measuring 6.56 inches that offers a basic HD+ resolution with a slightly above-average 528 nits peak brightness. A welcome feature is the 90Hz refresh rate which should offer smoother scrolling compared to standard 60Hz displays.
Under the hood, the Y18i relies on the Unisoc T612 processor, a familiar choice in budget phones. It is paired with just 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage configuration. Thankfully, there’s a microSD card slot for those needing additional space. The smartphone boots on the Android 14 operating system with Vivo’s FuntouchOS 14 on top.
On the camera front, the Y18i keeps things simple with a dual rear setup featuring a 13MP main sensor and a secondary camera. For selfies, a 5MP camera sits within a notch on the display.
Moving on, fueling the Y18i is a 5000mAh battery. The phone’s build is relatively thin and light, measuring 163.63 x 75.58 x 8.39mm and weighing 185g.
The phone includes essential connectivity options such as Bluetooth 5.1, Wi-Fi, a microSD card slot, and a USB 2.0 port. It also has an IP54 rating, offering some protection against dust and water.
Price and Availability
The sole 4GB RAM and 64GB storage option of the Vivo Y18i is priced at Rs 7,999 in India. It comes in two color options: Gem Green and Space Black. The availability is expected to expand from offline stores to online retailers soon.
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