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Vivo Y51 (2020)

Vivo Y51 (2020)
$279
Brand: Vivo
Category: Phones
  • Display 6.38-inch 1080 x 2340 FHD+ screen
  • Camera 48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Main/ 16 MP front
  • Memory 4GB RAM with 128GB ROM
  • Platform Snapdragon 665 / Android 10

Our Rating

The review rating is based on accessment of the device by experts, and opinions of trusted YouTube reviewers.

8.7
  • Design, Built Quality 7 / 10
  • Display Quality 8 / 10
  • Camera Quality 9 / 10
  • Audio & Multimedia 7 / 10
  • OS and Usability 9 / 10
  • Battery Performance 9 / 10

Overview

Vivo Y51 (2020) is a mid-range smartphone introduced first, in the Pakistani market. The device is the direct successor to the Y51 launched back in 2015, and has similar specs with Vivo V17 smartphone. It comes in a 6.38-inch screen, with a 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution. The screen technology is an IPS panel, with a U-shape notch overhead, housing the selfie camera.

On the inside, the Vivo Y51 (2020) runs an Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 CPU clocked at 2.0GHz along with Adreno 610 GPU, backed with 4GB RAM and 128GB of expandable internal storage.

On the camera department, the device comes with a combination of 48-megapixel main sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, 2-megapixel depth sensor and a fourth 2-megapixel macro lens at the back, while a single 16-megapixel selfies sensor seat in the notch upfront.

There’s an in-screen fingerprint scanner and support for dual Nano-SIMs with 4G LTE network on both SIMs. It is painted in Mystic Black, Jazzy Blue, Dreamy White color, and power is supplied by a 4500mAh battery with 18W fast charging via USB-C, while the latest Android 10 with Funtouch v10, runs out of the box. Other key specifications and silent features of the Vivo Y51 (2020) are detailed in the spec table below

Full Specifications

NETWORK

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G Network Bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA
3G Network Bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G Network Bands LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 17(700), 34(2000), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500)
5G Network Bands Does not have support for 5G Network
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps

LAUNCH

Also Known As -
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BODY

Dimensions 159.25 × 75.19 × 8.68 mm
Weight 190.2 grams
Build Front glass,
- plastic body
SIM Type Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

DISPLAY

Display Type AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 6.38 inches, 102.8 cm2 (~82.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)

PLATFORM

Operating System An operating system (OS) is the software that manages a device's hardware and software resources, providing services for programs to run and enabling users to interact with the device. It acts as an intermediary between users and the device hardware, facilitating tasks like file management, memory allocation, and device communication. Android 10; Funtouch OS 10
Chipset A chipset is a set of electronic components in a computer or other device that manages data flow between the processor, memory, peripherals, and other hardware components. It serves as a communication hub, coordinating the interactions between different parts of the computer system. Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm)
CPU The CPU, or Central Processing Unit, is the primary component of a computer responsible for executing instructions from programs. It performs calculations, carries out logical operations, and manages data, acting as the "brain" of the device. Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPU A GPU, or Graphics Processing Unit, is a specialized electronic circuit designed to accelerate the creation of images on a screen. It's optimized for handling complex graphical computations and rendering, particularly for gaming, video playback, graphical design, and other visually intensive tasks. Qualcomm Adreno 610

MEMORY

RAM + ROM RAM, or Random Access Memory, is used by the computer's operating system and software to temporarily store data that is actively being used or processed. It's volatile memory, meaning it loses its stored information when the power is turned off. ROM, or Read-Only Memory, is a type of memory that retains its stored data even when the power is turned off. It contains permanent instructions that the computer uses during startup or booting processes. 4 GB
Card Slot A memory card slot is a hardware feature commonly found on various devices such as cameras, smartphones, tablets, and some computers. It's a slot or port designed to accommodate various types of memory cards, including SD (Secure Digital), microSD, CompactFlash, Memory Stick, and others. Users can insert memory cards into these slots to expand storage capacity or transfer data between devices. Yes, up to 256 GB via microSD card (uses dedicated slot)

MAIN CAMERA

Camera Type This refers to the camera setup on a device. It could be single, dual, triple, or even more. Quadruple Lenses
Camera Sensor(s) A camera sensor is the electronic component in a digital camera that captures incoming light and converts it into an electronic signal. It's the core element responsible for recording images. 48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Main camera
Camera Features Camera features encompass a range of functionalities and capabilities offered by a camera, which can vary based on the device's type, model, and intended use. Some common camera features include; Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) High Dynamic Range (OIS), Burst Mode, etc. Autofocus
Face detection
F/1.7 aperture
LED Flash
Panorama
HDR
Second sensor: 8 MP, f/2.3, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4", 1.12µm, AF
Third Sensor: 2 MP, f/2.4, 1/5", 1.75µm, depth sensor
Fourth Sensor: 2 MP macro lens
Video Resolution Video resolution refers to the level of detail in a video image and is typically measured in terms of pixels. It represents the number of distinct pixels that can be displayed in each dimension. Common video resolutions include; HD, FHD, 2K, 4K, and 8K. 2160p@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS

SELFIE CAMERA

Camera Type This refers to the camera setup on a device. It could be single, dual, triple, or even more. Single Lens
Camera Sensor(s) A camera sensor is the electronic component in a digital camera that captures incoming light and converts it into an electronic signal. It's the core element responsible for recording images. 16-megapixel selfie
Camera Features Camera features encompass a range of functionalities and capabilities offered by a camera, which can vary based on the device's type, model, and intended use. Some common camera features include; Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) High Dynamic Range (OIS), Burst Mode, etc. F/2.0 aperture
FaceID
Face beautification
HDR
Video Resolution Video resolution refers to the level of detail in a video image and is typically measured in terms of pixels. It represents the number of distinct pixels that can be displayed in each dimension. Common video resolutions include; HD, FHD, 2K, 4K, and 8K. 1080p@30fps

SOUND

Loudspeaker A loudspeaker is an electroacoustic transducer that converts electrical signals into sound. It consists of various components like a diaphragm, voice coil, magnet, and enclosure. Yes
Speaker Location This simply refers to where the loudspeaker is located on a device. Some common placement includes the rear, basement, sides, and even at the top or within the earpiece grill. Chin, below display
Audio Jack Type Audio jacks come in different types, each with specific sizes and functionalities. Some common ones include a USB-C audio port, a 3.5mm jack, 6.3mm jack. Yes, 3.5mm audio jack
Sound Enhancements Yes
- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic

CONNECTIVITY

USB USB stands for Universal Serial Bus, a standard interface used for connecting various devices to a computer or other compatible host device. USB ports come in different shapes and sizes (such as USB-A, USB-B, USB-C) and have evolved over time to offer increased data transfer speeds and power delivery capabilities. USB Type-C interface, 1.0 reversible connector
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard used for exchanging data over short distances between devices. It enables devices like smartphones, headphones, speakers, keyboards, and other peripherals to communicate and transmit data without the need for physical wired connections. Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that allows devices to connect to the internet and communicate wirelessly within a local area network (LAN). It uses radio waves to transmit data between devices, such as computers, smartphones, tablets, and other devices equipped with Wi-Fi capabilities. Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
NFC NFC stands for Near Field Communication, a short-range wireless technology that enables devices to communicate with each other when they're brought into close proximity, typically within a few centimeters. NFC allows for contactless data exchange between devices, facilitating various functions like contactless payments, data transfer between smartphones or other compatible devices.
GPS GPS stands for Global Positioning System, a satellite-based navigation system that provides location and time information to users anywhere on or near the Earth. It uses a network of satellites orbiting the Earth to accurately determine the precise location of a GPS receiver or device. Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
FM Radio Yes, FM Radio

BATTERY

Battery Capacity Battery capacity refers to the amount of electrical charge a battery can store, typically measured in milliampere-hours (mAh) or ampere-hours (Ah). It represents the total amount of energy the battery can hold and consequently determines how long a device can operate before requiring recharging. Non-removable Li-Po 4500 mAh battery
Fast Charging Battery fast charging is a technology that enables devices to recharge their batteries at a much quicker rate than traditional charging methods. It's designed to reduce the time required to replenish the battery's charge significantly. Yes, 18W fast charging
Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. No
Talk Time Talk Time is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. Up to 28 hours
Stand-by Up to 540 hours
Music Play Up to 28 hours

OTHER FEATURES

Sensors Smartphones and mobile devices incorporate various sensors that enable them to interact with their environment and provide enhanced functionalities. Some common sensors found in these devices include; an accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, proximity sensor, etc. Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Java Support Java support refers to the compatibility and ability of a device or software platform to run Java-based applications or programs. Java is a widely used programming language known for its platform independence, allowing applications written in Java to run on various devices and operating systems without requiring recompilation. No
Box Contents This refers to items or accessories included in the box of the smartphones. That is items that are available in the box from the device manufacturer. Charging Brick / USB cable

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