Vivo Y500i Launched with 7,200mAh Battery and Snapdragon 4 Gen 2: Check Price and Features

The smartphone market has just witnessed a new benchmark in battery endurance. Vivo has silently expanded its popular Y-series with the launch of the Vivo Y500i in China. Positioned as a budget-friendly powerhouse, this device is designed for users who prioritize long-lasting performance and massive storage. The standout highlight is its gargantuan 7,200mAh battery, paired with the reliable Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset and the latest Android 16-based software.

Price and Availability

The Vivo Y500i is currently available for purchase in China through the official Vivo online store. It comes in three striking colorways: Galaxy Silver, Phoenix Gold, and Obsidain Black.

The device is offered in multiple configurations to suit different storage needs. Here is the detailed pricing:

Variant (RAM + Storage)	Price (CNY)	Price (Approx. INR)
8GB + 128GB	CNY 1,499	₹19,000
8GB + 256GB	CNY 1,799	₹23,000
8GB + 512GB	CNY 1,999	₹26,000
12GB + 256GB	CNY 1,999	₹26,000
12GB + 512GB	CNY 2,199	₹28,000

Design and Display

The Vivo Y500i sports a sleek profile despite its massive battery, measuring just 8.39mm in thickness and weighing approximately 219g. On the front, it features a 6.75-inch LCD panel with an HD+ resolution (720×1,570 pixels).

To ensure a smooth user experience, the display supports a 120Hz refresh rate and offers a 90.6% screen-to-body ratio, making it an excellent choice for content consumption and social media browsing.

Performance and Software

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, built on a 4nm process. This octa-core processor includes two performance cores clocked at 2.2GHz, ensuring efficient multitasking.

• Operating System: Android 16-based OriginOS 6.
• RAM: Up to 12GB (LPDDR4X).
• Storage: Up to 512GB (UFS 3.1).
• GPU: Adreno 613.

Camera Capabilities

The Vivo Y500i keeps it simple yet effective with its camera setup. It features a 50-megapixel primary rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture, offering autofocus and up to 10x digital zoom. For video enthusiasts, it supports recording at 1080p resolution. On the front, there is a 5-megapixel selfie camera housed in a notch for video calls and basic photography.

Battery and Rugged Durability

The “hero feature” of the Vivo Y500i is undoubtedly its 7,200mAh battery, which supports 44W wired fast charging. This capacity is significantly higher than most contemporary smartphones, promising more than a day of heavy usage.

Adding to its value, the phone comes with IP68 and IP69 ratings, making it resistant to dust, water immersion, and even high-pressure water jets.

Connectivity and Sensors

The Vivo Y500i is a dual-SIM 5G handset equipped with modern connectivity features:

• Connectivity: 5G, Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and USB Type-C.
• Navigation: GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS.
• Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
• Special Features: Infrared remote control, Accelerometer, and E-compass.