Y18
Rugged-certified budget with IP64 and 5000 mAh.
The Vivo Y18 is a budget Vivo smartphone released May 2024, with a launch price of $120. It pairs the MediaTek Helio G85 with a 6.56" HD+ IPS 90Hz display, a 50 MP + 0.08 MP main camera and a 5000 mAh, 15W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 48/100 — Tough budget everyday phone. Standout strengths: ip64 + sgs drop certification at $120 and 50 mp main + 90hz. Main trade-off: helio g85 slow.
Tough budget everyday phone.
Vivo Y18 brought IP64 and SGS-certified drop resistance to the sub-$120 tier — durability as the differentiator for a Y-series budget phone aimed at buyers who need their device to survive daily knocks.
Read the full review- IP64 + SGS drop certification at $120
- 50 MP main + 90Hz
- 5000 mAh + microSD + jack
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When was the Y18 released?
The Y18 was released in May 2024.
How much does the Y18 cost?
The Y18 launched at $120 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Y18 screen size and type?
The Y18 has a 6.56" HD+ IPS 90Hz display.
What chipset does the Y18 use?
The Y18 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Y18 have?
The Y18 ships with 4/6 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Y18 battery capacity?
The Y18 has a 5000 mAh, 15W battery.
What is the Y18 main camera?
The Y18 has a 50 MP + 0.08 MP main camera.
Does the Y18 have a headphone jack?
The Y18 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Y18 weigh?
The Y18 weighs 197 g.
What colours does the Y18 come in?
The Y18 is available in 2 colours: Space Black, Gem Green.
Is the Y18 worth buying?
Vivo Y18 brought IP64 and SGS-certified drop resistance to the sub-$120 tier — durability as the differentiator for a Y-series budget phone aimed at buyers who need their device to survive daily knocks. SpecEagle gives the Y18 an editorial score of 48/100.
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