UAE Price
AED 950
India Price
₹12,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2024
The vivo Y18t 128GB is Vivo's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~83.6% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Unisoc T612 (12 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 950 in the UAE and ₹12,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The vivo Y18t excels with its 5000mAh battery delivering all-day endurance and 840 nits HBM brightness for outdoor visibility, paired with a 90Hz IPS LCD that smooths scrolling despite the 720p resolution. The 15W wired charging is slow but sufficient for overnight top-ups. This phone targets budget-conscious buyers in hot climates who prioritize battery life over speed—students, delivery riders, or rural users needing reliable LTE connectivity without 5G overhead. Its weakness is the Unisoc T612 chipset: it stutters during multitasking or light gaming, and the 12nm process causes noticeable heat under sustained load. In UAE at AED 950, it’s competitive because competitors like the Redmi 12 offer similar batteries but lack the higher screen brightness. In India at ₹12999, it’s overpriced—real alternatives like the Realme Narzo 60x deliver better performance at ₹11999 with 33W charging. Skip if you need responsiveness beyond basic apps.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Ion 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 15W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Single | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lens |
| Features | LED flash, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Video | Yes |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 163.6 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 185 g (6.53 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | IPS LCD, 90Hz, 840 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~83.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Space Black, Gem Green |
| Price | About 110 EUR |
| Announced | 2024, November 12 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, November 12 |
| OS | Android 14, Funtouch 14 |
| Chipset | Unisoc T612 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MP1 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Y18t.
It remains a solid budget option in 2026 if you prioritize basic performance and long-term software support over flagship features. For users needing a reliable daily driver without overspending, it offers good value for money.
The vivo Y18t 128GB is priced at AED 950 in the UAE. It is widely available through major retailers and authorized vivo stores across the country.
The vivo Y18t 128GB is priced at ₹12999 in India. It is readily available on online platforms and in offline retail outlets nationwide.
The camera delivers decent daytime photos with accurate colors and good detail for its price range. Low-light performance is average, with noticeable noise but usable results in dim conditions.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including social media, browsing, and calls. Heavy usage may require a midday charge, but it handles typical daily tasks reliably.
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