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vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.44 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB)
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

90%

6.0

Technical score

10%

7.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 73% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.8

Camera

15%

5.9

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.1

Connectivity

4%

4.2

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 72%
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

4.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 88%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components:

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.8

Camera

15%

5.9

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.1

Connectivity

4%

4.2

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

6.0
User score
User score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

4.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
4.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Popularity:
vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 4.7 points, which is lower than 55% of smartphones.
4.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.2
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G processor model which is slower than processors in 73.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 55.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 49.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.44 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.44 inches which is smaller than the screens of 84.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
409 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 409 ppi which is higher than that of 66.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
44 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 44 W which is faster than in 54.5% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 2.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
160.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160.8 mm which is shorter than 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
73.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.8 mm which is narrower than 85.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.4 mm which is thicker than 55.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.6% of smartphones.
Weight
182 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 182 g which is lighter than 83.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
93,440 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 93,440 cm³ which is smaller than 64.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 3.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (409 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    409 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 7.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (182 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    182 g vs 196.2 g
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Schott Xensation vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Schott Xensation vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 2.2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 85.7% cheaper
    vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£140 vs £260).
    £140 vs £260
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 3.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (409 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    409 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Schott Xensation vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Schott Xensation vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 33.3% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (44 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    44 W vs 33 W
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 7.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (182 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    182 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2.8 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160.8 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 30.4% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (7,500 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    7,500 vs 10,783
  • 10.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    vivo Y55
    the average smartphone
    vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.25 vs 8.000).
    7.25 vs 8
  • 1.3% worse value for money
    vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.24 vs 7.3).
    7.24 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 30.4% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (7,500 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    7,500 vs 10,783
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 54.4% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (430 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    430 vs 942
  • 11.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (845 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    845 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 43.2% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,438 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,438 vs 2,533
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 41.8% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    14.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 50% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.23 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.44 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 246.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (647 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    647 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 25% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (180 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    January 2022
    2022 vs 2024

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gadgetmatch.com
28/10/2016
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itwire.com
28/08/2022
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iTWire: Review: vivo Y55 5G is Australia's cheapest 5G smartphone
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cybershack.com.au
20/07/2022
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Vivo Y55 5G – on a tight budget from Telstra (smartphone review)
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cybershack.com.au
20/07/2022
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ecofone.fr
2022
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20/05/2022
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent battery life; the large 5000mAh or 6000mAh battery often lasts one to two days with light to moderate use.
  • Good value for money as a mid-range or budget-conscious option.
  • 5G support provides some level of future-proofing and faster download speeds in compatible regions.
  • Balanced performance for everyday tasks like browsing, social media, and calls, handling multitasking smoothly.
  • Features a large and clear Full HD+ display which provides an immersive viewing experience for movies and games.
  • Generous and expandable storage (up to 128GB internal, with microSD slot) is convenient for documents and videos.
  • Users appreciate the slim, sleek, and durable build quality and comfortable form factor.
  • Adequate main camera (often 50MP) for daylight shots and social media use.

What we don't like about vivo Y55 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Performance noticeably decreases in the long run, especially with demanding tasks or gaming.
  • The standard 60Hz display refresh rate feels outdated compared to competitors offering 90Hz or 120Hz.
  • NFC support is often missing in global versions, which is a key missing feature for a device in its price segment.
  • Camera quality is average and may not meet expectations in low light or for detailed photography; colors can be dull.
  • Lacks features now standard in the price range, such as a fingerprint sensor on some older variants (Y55s 4G) or IP certification for water resistance.
  • Sound quality and volume can be inferior to other devices in a similar price range.
  • Software updates and long-term OS support might be limited compared to flagship brands.

Verdict

The Vivo Y55 (4GB RAM, 128GB storage variant) is a mid-range smartphone, often available in both 4G and 5G models, featuring a 6.58-inch FHD+ IPS LCD and a large 5000mAh battery. A key characteristic is its 50MP main rear camera system and expandable storage (up to 1TB via microSD). Main pros include the robust battery life, adequate internal storage, and support for 18W or 44W fast charging depending on the specific model, along with a decent 50MP camera for its price point. Cons can include the display having a standard 60Hz or 90Hz refresh rate (not higher), a plastic build with no official IP rating for water resistance, and an average-quality selfie camera.

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