Vivo·Budget · Released May 2020

Y50

5000 mAh budget volume seller with 8 MP quad-cam.

56/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$229
Color · Pearl White
Display
6.53" FHD+ IPS
Chipset
Snapdragon 665
RAM
8 GB
Storage
128 GB + microSD
Battery
5000 mAh, 18W
Main camera
13 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth
Weight
187 g
Quick answer

The Vivo Y50 is a budget Vivo smartphone released May 2020, with a launch price of $229. It pairs the Snapdragon 665 with a 6.53" FHD+ IPS display, a 13 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth main camera and a 5000 mAh, 18W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — Budget volume seller. Standout strengths: huge 5000 mah + 18w charging and 8 gb ram in budget tier. Main trade-off: snapdragon 665 lukewarm.

AI Snapshot

Budget volume seller.

Y50 packed 8 GB RAM and 5000 mAh into a sub-$230 chassis — Vivo's answer to Redmi 9 in markets where RAM-on-spec-sheet wins shelf space.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display68
Camera58
Performance56
Battery80
Build58
  • Huge 5000 mAh + 18W charging
  • 8 GB RAM in budget tier
  • FHD+ resolution

Full specifications

Type
IPS LCD
Size
6.53 inches
Resolution
1080 x 2340 px
Main
13 MP, f/1.8
Ultrawide
8 MP
Macro
2 MP
Depth
2 MP
Selfie
16 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v8
Δ class avg -89.2%
This
175,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Y50 compares

Y50Pixel XLY36
SpecEagle score565656
ChipsetSnapdragon 665Snapdragon 821Snapdragon 680
Display6.53" FHD+ IPS5.5" QHD AMOLED6.64" LCD 90 Hz
Main camera13 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth12.3 MP · f/2.050 MP · f/1.8
Battery5000 mAh, 18W3,450 mAh5,000 mAh
Launch price$229$769$229

Frequently asked questions

When was the Y50 released?

The Y50 was released in May 2020.

How much does the Y50 cost?

The Y50 launched at $229 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Y50 screen size and type?

The Y50 has a 6.53" FHD+ IPS display.

What chipset does the Y50 use?

The Y50 is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Y50 have?

The Y50 ships with 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Y50 battery capacity?

The Y50 has a 5000 mAh, 18W battery.

What is the Y50 main camera?

The Y50 has a 13 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth main camera.

Does the Y50 have a headphone jack?

The Y50 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How much does the Y50 weigh?

The Y50 weighs 187 g.

What colours does the Y50 come in?

The Y50 is available in 2 colours: Pearl White, Starry Blue.

Is the Y50 worth buying?

Y50 packed 8 GB RAM and 5000 mAh into a sub-$230 chassis — Vivo's answer to Redmi 9 in markets where RAM-on-spec-sheet wins shelf space. SpecEagle gives the Y50 an editorial score of 56/100.

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