The vivo Y100i was first hinted at in the middle of the month, and pre-orders for the device went live in China a few days ago. At this time, the device has been formally introduced to the domestic market by the brand.
As a brand-new entry in the vivo Y series, the vivo Y100i is endowed with an abundance of advantageous attributes while remaining reasonably priced. Specifically, it is less expensive than the Y100, thereby providing greater value than the series’ entry-level model.
PERATING ADVANTAGES OF THE VIVO Y100I
Although the vivo Y100i is an affordably priced smartphone, its specifications are quite respectable. To illustrate what the device offers, the following is a summary of its most notable characteristics.
Display and biometrics
The display area of the vivo Y100i is 6.64 inches at the front. The LCD panel possesses a pixel resolution of 2388 by 1080. This means it is capable of producing images with FHD+ resolution, which is sufficient for a clear and detailed look. Furthermore, the device exhibits commendable color gamut coverages, which further enhance the viewing experience.
More precisely, the Y100i’s display supports 96% NTSC and 100% P3 color gamuts. By incorporating these, the display should feature vivid visuals and realistic hues.
Considering that the vivo Y100i’s display is not AMOLED, a side-mounted biometric sensor is present. The sensor’s integration into the power button enables it to provide secure, quick, and convenient unlocking.
CAMERA CAPABILITY OF THE VIVO Y100I
The rear of the vivo Y100i is equipped with two cameras. It is equipped with a 50MP primary sensor with an aperture of f/1.8. As a secondary camera, the device features a 2MP depth sensor with an aperture of f/2.4. Although this configuration may not appear particularly thrilling, it is remarkable that the device features a 50MP primary sensor at this price point.
The facial camera on the Y100i is equipped with an 8MP sensor. This facial camera is contained within a punch hole in the display’s upper center. In case anyone was curious, its aperture is f/2.0.
Outstanding mid-range hardware
Invoking a MediaTek Dimensity 6020, the vivo Y100i operates. The eight-core configuration of this 7nm processor consists of two ARM Cortex A76 cores and six ARM Cortex A55 cores. Although it falls within the mid-range segment, it effortlessly handles the majority of intensive applications and games.
With regard to gaming, the processor is equipped with a Mali G57 GPU, which is capable of delivering smooth frames in popular games. In order to maximize the performance of the processor, the vivo Y100i includes 12 GB of LPDDR4X RAM. Furthermore, it provides an ample quantity of capacity. More precisely, it features 512GB of UFS 2.2 storage.
Additional qualities of the Vivo Y100I
The operation of the vivo Y100i is facilitated by a sizable 5000mAh battery. Supporting 44 watts of rapid charging enables the phone to be charged from 0% to 100% capacity in a reasonable amount of time.
In terms of software, the Y100i operates on the Android 13-based OriginOS 3. The smartphone also includes Bluetooth 5.1, a dedicated SD card socket, and support for dual SIM cards.
VIVO Y100I AVAILABILITY AND PRICING
The vivo Y100i is listed for CNY1599, which is equivalent to approximately US$225. There are color options of blue, black, and pink. Currently, the product is exclusively available for purchase in China; vivo has not disclosed any details regarding its global release. However, the Y100 is available worldwide, suggesting that the new device may shortly make its international debut.
