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vivo Y38

vivo Y38

Brand: VIVO
Category: Smart Phones
  • Display: 6.68" Inch
  • Camera: 50MP (1080p)
  • RAM: 8GB RAM
  • Processor: Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
  • Battery: 6000mAh
  • Launch Date: 2024, May
  • Storage: 256GB storage, microSDXC
  • OS: Android 14, Funtouch 14
  • Body: 199g, 8mm thickness

Specs

Network

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, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G

Launch

Announced 2024, May 02
Status Available. Released 2024, May

Body

Dimensions 165.7 x 76 x 8 mm (6.52 x 2.99 x 0.31 in)
Weight 199 g (7.02 oz)
Build Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Ingress Protection IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Notification LED round light on the back

Display

Type IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1000 nits (peak)
Size 6.68 inches, 107.2 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~264 ppi density)

Platform

OS Android 14, Funtouch 14
Chipset Qualcomm SM4450 Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Adreno 613

Memory

Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 256GB 8GB RAM
UFS 2.2

Main Camera

Primary Camera 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF
Second Camera 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Primary Camera 8 MP, f/2.1, (wide)
Video 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes

Comms

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

Features

Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery

Type 6000 mAh
Charging 44W wired

Misc

Colors Ocean Blue, Dark Green

Test Results

EU LABEL

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

6.6
  • Design 7 / 10
  • Display 5 / 10
  • Camera 6 / 10
  • Auto Focus 6 / 10
  • Image Quality 6 / 10
  • Performance 7 / 10
  • Features 7 / 10
  • Connectivity 8 / 10
  • Call Quality 7 / 10
  • Multimedia 6 / 10
  • Usability 7 / 10
  • Video Quality 5 / 10
  • Battery 9 / 10

PROS

  1. Massive 6000mAh Battery: Provides exceptional battery life for long-day usage.
  2. Fast 44W Charging: Charges the large battery relatively quickly.
  3. 120Hz Refresh Rate: Offers smooth scrolling and visual experience.
  4. Decent Performance: Powered by the 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor.
  5. Ample Storage: Comes with a large 256GB internal storage capacity.
  6. Good RAM Amount: Features 8GB of RAM, suitable for multitasking.
  7. IP64 Dust and Water Resistance: Provides protection against splashes and dust.
  8. Modern Connectivity: Supports 5G network connectivity.
  9. Expandable Storage: Dedicated microSD slot for storage expansion up to 1TB.
  10. Modern Software: Runs on Android 14 with Funtouch OS 14 out of the box.

CONS

  1. Low-Resolution Display: Only 720p (HD+) resolution, which is low for a 6.68-inch screen.
  2. LCD Panel Only: Uses an IPS LCD panel instead of the more vibrant AMOLED found in some competitors.
  3. No Ultra-Wide Camera: Lacks an ultra-wide sensor, limiting photography versatility.
  4. Mediocre Front Camera: Uses a basic 8MP front sensor.
  5. Average Processor: Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 is capable but not a high-performance chipset.
  6. Plastic Body/Back: Build materials feel less premium compared to glass alternatives.
  7. No High-End Gaming: Not ideal for intensive gaming due to processor and 720p display.
  8. Average Brightness: 1000 nits peak brightness is good, but display technology lacks high-contrast HDR10.
  9. Bloatware Likely: Funtouch OS often comes with pre-installed apps.
  10. Heavier Weight: The 6000mAh battery makes the device feel substantial at 199 grams.

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