Vivo has quietly added a new model to its Y-series lineup, and this one seems built around a simple idea. Long battery life, decent performance, and a design that can take a bit of rough use.
The Y6 5G runs on the 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, which we have already seen in similar mid-range devices. It is not trying to be a performance powerhouse, but it should handle everyday things like scrolling, messaging, and streaming just fine. The phone itself is 8.39mm thick and weighs about 219 grams. You will probably feel the weight, but that is kind of expected with a battery this big.
On the front, there is a 6.57-inch LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. Resolution is on the lower side at 1570 x 720, but the peak brightness goes up to 1,200 nits, so visibility outdoors should not be an issue. Going with an HD+ panel instead of FHD+ is likely a deliberate choice to ensure smoothness without putting too much strain on the Adreno 613 GPU of the lower mid-range chip.
Cameras are fairly straightforward. A 50MP main sensor handles most of the work, while an 8MP front camera takes care of selfies and video calls. A “breathing light” is added to the camera island, serving as both a notification indicator and a subtle design element.
The real highlight, though, is the 7,200mAh battery. It should easily last through a full day, maybe more, depending on usage. It supports 44W charging, so it is not too slow to top up either. There is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, an IR blaster, and even IP68 and IP69 ratings for ingress protection.
The phone runs OriginOS 6 based on Android 16. Vivo has not said much about long-term updates yet, so that part is still a bit unclear.
Pricing and availability:
The Vivo Y6 5G has been launched in China and is already listed for sale on the official Vivo China website, but it is currently unclear if or when it will be released outside of China.
12GB+256GB: CNY 2199 (equivalent to € 275)
8GB+256GB: CNY 1999 (equivalent to € 250)
8GB+128GB: CNY 1799 (equivalent to € 225)
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