vivo S16evsvivo Y29 5G

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

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vivo S16e
S16e
Processor:Samsung Exynos 1080
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo S16e's battery life is decent but underwhelming, requiring frequent top-ups for heavy users.
The Vivo S16e's display boasts a stunning HDR10+ AMOLED screen with impressive 120Hz refresh rate and high peak brightness.
The Vivo S16e's camera setup offers impressive results with high-quality image resolution and advanced features.
The Vivo S16e's strongest selling point is its impressive performance, making it a reliable mid-range smartphone choice overall.
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vivo Y29 5G
Y29 5G
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 6300
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo Y29 5G has an average battery life despite its large 6,000mAh power capacity.
The Vivo Y29 5G's display is average, lacking color accuracy and vibrancy compared to similar priced offerings elsewhere.
The Vivo Y29 5G's camera is a major letdown with subpar performance and limited features overall.
The Vivo Y29 5G's underwhelming performance is the most significant disappointment with this device overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
vivo S16e
2.80 GHz
vivo Y29 5G
2.40 GHz

RAM

Winner
vivo S16e
8GB
vivo Y29 5G
4GB

Storage

Tie
vivo S16e
128GB
vivo Y29 5G
128GB

Weight

Winner
vivo S16e
187g
vivo Y29 5G
198g
Rank
vivo S16e
Winner
#340
vivo Y29 5G
#638
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
vivo S16e
#234
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#607
Design
vivo S16e
#476
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#736
Display
vivo S16e
#177
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#615
Performance
vivo S16e
#339
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#650
Battery
vivo S16e
#329
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#408
Camera
vivo S16e
#517
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#758
item_phones_categoryId
vivo S16e
#1
vivo Y29 5G
#–

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
vivo vivo S16e
vivo vivo Y29 5G
Model
Samsung Exynos 1080
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
CPU
1x Cortex, A78 2.8 GHz + 3x Cortex, A78 2.6 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
2x2.4 GHz ARM Cortex, A76 +6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A55
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
5
6
Frequency
2.80
2.40
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Mali G78 MP10
Arm Mali-G57 MC2
RAM
8
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
128
Type
UFS Storage 3.1
eMMC 5.1 Storage
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers
Antutu Score
720000
420000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 80% of devices
Overall performance better than 71% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

vivo S16e

Strengths

Vivo S16e has an attractive design with under-display fingerprint sensor, USB type-c port, and a bumpy camera module that gives it a premium look.
The phone's screen to body ratio is high at 85.9% making it a great device for media consumption.
It comes with a 6.62 inch HDR 10 plus amole display and a refresh rate of 120 hertz, which makes content easy to view even in bright sunlight.
The phone's build quality is much better, with protection from gorilla glass on the front, a glass back, and an aluminum frame.
It supports fast charging of up to 66 watts, which can charge the phone from 0 to 50% in just 19 minutes.
The device has a good camera setup, with a 50 megapixel main sensor, macro, and depth sensors, making it suitable for photography enthusiasts.

Weaknesses

The phone's benchmark score is lower than its predecessor, the S15e, which might be a concern for gaming enthusiasts.
It lacks stereo speakers and a headphone jack, which can affect sound quality.
The camera of Vivo S16e cannot record video at high frame rates like some other flagship devices, being limited to 24 FPS.
Vivo S16e has not more good feature according to its price, making it a less desirable option in the mid-range segment.
It does not come with a recent Android OS version, having only Android 11 out of the box and not receiving any official updates yet.
The phone's battery life is sufficient for daily use but gaming might require more frequent charging.

vivo Y29 5G

Strengths

The phone has a 6.68 inch IPS LCD display with HD Plus resolution, which is good for normal usage and outdoor visibility.
It has a 120Hz refresh rate, which provides smoothness in user experience.
The device comes with a dual speaker setup, making it suitable for entertainment purposes.
The phone has a fast charging speed of 44W, which is convenient for users who need to quickly top up their battery.

Weaknesses

The processor is not powerful enough (Qualcomm Snapdragon 632), leading to lagging performance in UI and heavy tasks.
The camera quality is disappointing, with a 50MP sensor on the back that produces average photos.
The phone does not support HDR or 4K content playback, which may be a drawback for some users.
The device has outdated features such as Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.4, and no NFC, which are important considerations in today's smartphones.
Read Full Reviews

vivo S16e

The Vivo S16e is a mid-range smartphone launched by Vivo on September 12, 2022. This phone comes in three variants, each with its own set of specifications. The design of the phone is attractive and features an under-display fingerprint sensor, a USB Type-C port, dual SIM tray, and a microphone on top. The phone has a 6.62-inch HDR10+ AMOLED display with a higher refresh rate of 120Hz, making it suitable for gaming and multimedia consumption. The screen resolution is 1080 x 2400 pixels, and the density is 398 PPI. The phone runs on Android 11 OS but has been upgraded to Android 13. The Vivo S16e is powered by an Exynos 1085 chipset, which provides fast speeds for gaming and connectivity. However, its Benchmark score of 6,75,944 is lower than that of the previous model, the S15e. The phone features a triple-camera setup with a 50MP main sensor, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. The phone comes in three variants: 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 256GB, each with UFS 3.1 storage. The phone has a non-removable battery of 4600mAh and supports fast charging at 66W. The Vivo S16e is available in three colors: Black Sea Green, Purple, and starts at a price of $280 for the base variant. Overall, the phone has average features considering its price. If you're looking for a mid-range phone with decent specifications, the S16e might be worth considering. However, it's not significantly better than other options in the market. 3/5 For those who want a budget-friendly phone with average features and don't need top-of-the-line specs.

vivo Y29 5G

I recently got my hands on the Vivo Y29 5G, a smartphone that promises a lot but delivers little. With a starting price of around Rs 15,000, I expected more from this device. The phone's design is decent, with a diamond-black finish and a sleek aluminum frame, but things take a turn for the worse when it comes to performance. The processor feels slow, even for basic tasks like browsing and social media, and the camera is underwhelming, producing average photos that don't impress.

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