UAE Price
AED 650
India Price
₹17,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2023
The vivo Y55s (2023) 256GB is Vivo's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.58 inches, 104.3 cm2 (~83.8% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 650 in the UAE and ₹17,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The vivo Y55s (2023) excels with its 5000mAh battery delivering all-day endurance and 5G support across 11 bands including n78 for UAE/India networks, plus 256GB storage eliminating cloud reliance. The 1080x2408 display offers sharp 401 ppi clarity, ideal for long reading or video sessions. It targets budget-conscious buyers needing reliable 5G connectivity and extended battery life without premium pricing—think students, daily commuters, or low-light photo takers who prioritize longevity over pro cameras. Its weakness is thermal throttling under sustained load; the Cortex-A76/A55 chipset struggles after 15 minutes of gaming or video editing, causing noticeable slowdowns. In UAE at AED 650, it’s competitive because no other 5G phone under AED 700 offers 256GB storage and NFC. In India at ₹17999, it’s overpriced—real alternatives like the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ deliver better cameras and faster charging at similar cost.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Single | 8 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C, OTG |
| Dimensions | 164 x 75.9 x 8.3 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 187 g (6.60 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 6.58 inches, 104.3 cm2 (~83.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Black, Blue |
| Price | About 250 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, January 21 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, January 21 |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Y55s (2023).
It may not be worth buying in 2026 unless you need a budget phone with ample storage and don't require the latest software updates or performance. By then, newer models will likely offer better efficiency and support.
The vivo Y55s (2023) 256GB is priced at AED 650 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The vivo Y55s (2023) 256GB is priced at ₹17999 in India. It can be purchased from official vivo stores and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The camera delivers decent daylight photos with good color accuracy and decent detail for its price range. Low-light performance is average, with noticeable noise 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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