Vivo: vivo introduces its newest additions to the ‘Y Series,’ the Y18 and Y18e, as successors to the Y17, launched in 2019.
In the competitive budget smartphone market, vivo steps up its game with the release of the Y18 and Y18e. Packed with impressive features and sleek designs, these devices aim to capture the attention of budget-conscious consumers.
High-Performance Features and Stunning Visuals
Both the Y18 and Y18e boast a sizable 6.56-inch HD+ screen with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, promising an immersive viewing experience. Powered by an Octa-Core MediaTek Helio G85 12nm SoC and equipped with 4GB of RAM (with up to 4GB of virtual RAM), these smartphones deliver reliable performance for everyday tasks and entertainment.
One of the standout features of the vivo Y18 and Y18e is their striking design. Available in Space Black and Gem Green colors, vivo employs a dipping process to create a natural and delicate color gradient that seamlessly blends with the texture of the device. Additionally, the nanometer-scale coating ensures glass-like transparency, while 3D micro sculpting adds intricate silver water ripples that sparkle like gemstones, elevating the overall aesthetic appeal.
Detailed Specifications
The Y18e features a 13MP main camera with f/2.2 aperture, while the Y18 steps up with a 50MP main camera boasting an f/1.8 aperture, promising high-quality photos and videos. Both devices sport a 5MP or 8MP front camera, depending on the model, ideal for capturing selfies and video calls.
Other notable specifications include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor (exclusive to the Y18), dual 4G VoLTE support, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5.1, and GPS/GLONASS/QZSS capabilities. The phones also offer IP54 dust and water resistance, ensuring durability against everyday wear and tear.
vivo Y18e and Y18 specifications
- 6.56-inch (1612 × 720 pixels) HD+ LCD screen, 90Hz refresh rate, up to 840 nits peak brightness
- Octa Core MediaTek Helio G85 12nm processor (Dual 2GHz Cortex-A75 + Hexa 2GHz 6x Cortex-A55 CPUs) with up to 1000MHz ARM Mali-G52 2EEMC2 GPU
- 4GB RAM, 64GB / 128GB storage, expandable up to 1TB with microSD
- Funtouch OS 14 based on Android 14
- Dual SIM (nano + nano + microSD)
- 13MP camera with f/2.2 aperture (Y18e) / 50MP camera with f/1.8 aperture (Y18e), 0.08MP secondary camera with f/3.0 aperture
- 5MP front camera with f/2.2 aperture (Y18e) / 8MP front camera with f/2.0 aperture (Y18)
- Side-mounted fingerprint sensor (Y18 only)
- Dimensions: 163.63×75.58×8.39mm; Weight:185g
- Dust and water resistant (IP54)
- Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5Ghz), Bluetooth 5.1, GPS/GLONASS/QZSS, USB Type-C
- 5000mAh battery with support for 15W charging
Vivo Y18e and Y18 Pricing
In terms of pricing and availability, the Y18e is priced at Rs. 7999 for the 4GB + 64GB model. Meanwhile, the Y18 comes in two variants: the 4GB + 64GB model at Rs. 8,999 and the 4GB + 128GB model at Rs. 9,999. Both models are now available for purchase from vivo India’s online store and offline retailers, catering to the diverse needs of Indian consumers.