Vivo·Budget · Released Jun 2019

Y17

AI triple-camera budget with 5000 mAh.

54/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$220
Color · Mineral Blue
Display
6.35" HD+ IPS
Chipset
MediaTek Helio P35
RAM
4 GB
Storage
128 GB + microSD
Battery
5000 mAh, 18W
Main camera
13 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP depth
Weight
190 g
Quick answer

The Vivo Y17 is a budget Vivo smartphone released Jun 2019, with a launch price of $220. It pairs the MediaTek Helio P35 with a 6.35" HD+ IPS display, a 13 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP depth main camera and a 5000 mAh, 18W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 54/100 — Selfie-focused budget volume. Standout strengths: 20 mp selfie + 18w charging at $220 and 5000 mah + microsd. Main trade-off: helio p35 slow.

AI Snapshot

Selfie-focused budget volume.

Vivo Y17 carried the Y-line's selfie-first marketing into the budget tier with a 20 MP front camera and 5000 mAh battery at $220 — a heavy seller across emerging markets.

Read the full review
Subscores · 0–100
Display60
Camera56
Performance50
Battery80
Build60
  • 20 MP selfie + 18W charging at $220
  • 5000 mAh + microSD
  • 3.5 mm jack

Full specifications

Type
IPS LCD, waterdrop notch
Size
6.35 inches
Resolution
720 x 1544 px
Main
13 MP, f/2.2
Ultrawide
8 MP
Depth
2 MP
Selfie
20 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v7
Δ class avg -94.8%
This
85,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Y17 compares

Y17iPhone 6s PlusY21
SpecEagle score545454
ChipsetMediaTek Helio P35Apple A9MediaTek Helio P35
Display6.35" HD+ IPS5.5" LCD 60 Hz6.51" HD+ IPS
Main camera13 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP depth12 MP · f/2.213 MP + 2 MP macro
Battery5000 mAh, 18W2,750 mAh5000 mAh, 18W
Launch price$220$749$200

Frequently asked questions

When was the Y17 released?

The Y17 was released in Jun 2019.

How much does the Y17 cost?

The Y17 launched at $220 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Y17 screen size and type?

The Y17 has a 6.35" HD+ IPS display.

What chipset does the Y17 use?

The Y17 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Y17 have?

The Y17 ships with 4 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Y17 battery capacity?

The Y17 has a 5000 mAh, 18W battery.

What is the Y17 main camera?

The Y17 has a 13 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP depth main camera.

Does the Y17 have a headphone jack?

The Y17 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How much does the Y17 weigh?

The Y17 weighs 190 g.

What colours does the Y17 come in?

The Y17 is available in 2 colours: Mineral Blue, Mystic Purple.

Is the Y17 worth buying?

Vivo Y17 carried the Y-line's selfie-first marketing into the budget tier with a 20 MP front camera and 5000 mAh battery at $220 — a heavy seller across emerging markets. SpecEagle gives the Y17 an editorial score of 54/100.

Owner opinions

Unfiltered · oldest deleted never

Owner opinions are rolling out — check back soon. Got something to say right now? Send it to the editors.

Similar phones

Explore more