The vivo Y300, recently launched in China, is making waves in the smartphone market with its blend of premium features and affordability. This phone caters to users looking for a reliable device for multimedia. Here’s an in-depth look at vivo Y300’s features, price, and availability.
Design and Display
The vivo Y300 stands out with its sleek design and vibrant 6.77-inch AMOLED display, which supports FHD+ resolution (1,080 x 2,392 pixels) and a 120Hz refresh rate. The screen also boasts a 94.21% screen-to-body ratio, making it ideal for immersive viewing. With a peak brightness of 1,300 nits, the display remains vivid under various lighting conditions.
The vivo Y300 is IP64-certified, offering dust and splash resistance. Additionally, it has SGS five-star drop and fall certification, ensuring durability. It is available in Green Pine, Snow White, and Star Diamond Black.
Performance
vivo Y300 offers two different chipsets depending on the region. The China variant is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6nm) processor and Mali-G57 GPU. The Indian variant comes equipped with the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC. Both variants run OriginOS 5 (China) or Funtouch OS 14 (India) based on Android 14.
Additionally, the vivo Y300 offers versatile memory and storage options: 128GB storage + 8GB RAM, ideal for everyday use, and 256GB storage + 8GB RAM, perfect for users who require additional storage for large files and heavy apps. Both configurations use UFS 2.2 technology. It also supports RAM expansion for added functionality.
Camera Features
vivo Y300 dual rear camera setup features:
- 50MP primary sensor (f/1.8): With PDAF, this sensor ensures sharp, high-quality photos.
- 2MP depth sensor (f/2.4): Ideal for creating beautiful portrait shots.
Features include HDR and panorama, while video recording supports 1080p at 30fps for crisp footage.
The selfie camera features a 32MP front camera and also records video in 1080p at 30fps.
Audio and Connectivity.
The vivo Y300 redefines audio with its three-way speaker system and hi-res audio certification. Connectivity includes
- Bluetooth 5.4
- Wi-Fi (dual-band)
- GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou
- USB Type-C with OTG support
Additionally, it features an in-display fingerprint sensor for secure authentication and supports face unlock.
Battery and Charging
The vivo Y300 comes equipped with a 6500mAh battery in the China variant, delivering long-lasting performance. It supports 44W fast charging, allowing for quick top-ups to keep you connected throughout the day.
The Indian variant features a slightly smaller 5,000mAh battery but offers 80W wired fast charging, capable of charging the device to 80% in just 30 minutes (advertised). It also supports reverse wired charging.
Pricing and Availability
The vivo Y300 is priced to competitively suit every budget. Here’s the breakdown:
- China Pricing:
- 8GB + 128GB: CNY 1,399 (approx. $192)
- 8GB + 256GB: CNY 1,599 (approx. $220)
- 12GB + 256GB: CNY 1,799 (approx. $247)
- 12GB + 512GB: CNY 1,999 (approx. $274)
- India Pricing:
- 8GB + 128GB: ₹21,999 (approx. $259)
The handset is already available for purchase in China via the Vivo China store and in India through various retailers.
