Official Launch and Key Features
Vivo has officially introduced the Y300i in China after multiple teasers and a listing on the China Telecom website. The phone comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, a large battery, and an affordable price tag, making it a strong contender in the budget segment.
Design and Display
The Vivo Y300i features a flat frame with a minimalistic design. The rear houses a dual-camera setup, while the front has a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera. It will be available in Black, Titanium, and Blue color options.
- Display: 6.68-inch IPS LCD
- Resolution: HD+ (No Full HD support)
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
Performance and Software
Vivo has equipped the Y300i with the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, a 6nm chipset designed for efficient performance. The phone comes in 8GB or 12GB RAM variants, with 256GB or 512GB storage. However, there is no expandable storage via microSD.
- Operating System: Android 15 with OriginOS 5 (China version)
- Global Model OS: Expected to run Funtouch OS
Cameras
The rear camera setup includes a 50MP main sensor with an f/1.8 aperture for detailed shots. The secondary sensor is unspecified, possibly a 2MP depth sensor. The front camera is 5MP, placed in a center punch-hole for selfies and video calls.
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Battery and Charging
One of the biggest highlights of the Vivo Y300i is its massive 6,500mAh battery, significantly larger than most competitors.
- Charging Speed: 44W wired charging
- Wireless Charging: Not supported
Pricing and Availability
The Vivo Y300i is priced at CNY 1,499 (~$205) and will be available in China starting March 14, 2025.
Vivo Y300i Full Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (6nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 613 |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 |
| Display | 6.68-inch IPS LCD, 120Hz |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB (No microSD support) |
| Main Camera | 50MP, f/1.8 (wide), PDAF |
| Front Camera | 5MP, f/2.0 (wide) |
| Colors | Black, Blue, Titanium |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Side-mounted |
| Battery | 6,500mAh, 44W wired charging |
| Price | ~$205 |
