vivo Y16vsvivo Y36

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

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vivo Y16
Y16
Processor:MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo Y16's impressive battery life, lasting three days on moderate use, is its standout feature.
The Vivo Y16's display offers respectable performance despite its budget-friendly price point and modest specs.
The Vivo Y16's camera is decent but falls short of expectations for a mid-range device overall.
The Vivo Y16's performance is adequate for everyday use but lags behind in gaming and multitasking.
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vivo Y36
Y36
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo Y36's impressive battery life is its standout feature, lasting a full day with moderate usage easily.
The Vivo Y36 boasts an impressive display with 90Hz refresh rate, peak brightness of 650 nits overall.
The Vivo Y36 5G's primary sensor performs well in good lighting conditions, but struggles in low-light situations.
The Vivo Y36 delivers smooth performance, handling daily tasks and some gaming without lag or stuttering efficiently.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
vivo Y16
2.30 GHz
vivo Y36
2.40 GHz

RAM

Tie
vivo Y16
4GB
vivo Y36
4GB

Storage

Tie
vivo Y16
128GB
vivo Y36
128GB

Weight

Winner
vivo Y16
183g
vivo Y36
202g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
vivo vivo Y16
vivo vivo Y36
Model
MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
CPU
4x Cortex, A53 2.3 GHz + 4x Cortex, A53 1.8 GHz
4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
14
6
Frequency
2.30
2.40
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Adreno 610
RAM
4
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
128
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
UFS Storage 2.1
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
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
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
118000
261000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 50% of devices
Overall performance better than 61% 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 Y16

Strengths

The vivo Y16 has a beautiful design, with a colorway that changes depending on the lighting, and it's available in multiple colors such as drizzling gold, stellar black, etc.
The phone has a long-lasting battery life, lasting almost three days, and supports fast charging at 10W.
The vivo Y16 offers good performance, thanks to its Mediatek Helio P35 octa-core processor, making it suitable for gaming and multitasking.
The camera is decent, with good outdoor shots, but lacking in indoor conditions.

Weaknesses

The phone's battery life can be inconsistent, and may not last as long in certain situations.
The vivo Y16 does not have a high refresh rate display, which may affect its overall performance.
The camera, while decent, may not live up to expectations, especially in indoor conditions.

vivo Y36

Strengths

Vivo Y36 offers a sleek and modern design with a glass front, plastic back, and plastic frame.
The phone has a large 5,000 mAh battery that can last for a full day of moderate usage.
It supports fast charging of 44W which can charge the phone from 0 to 30% in just 30 minutes only.
The phone has a smooth display with a 90Hz refresh rate, making everything look smoother and more responsive.
The Vivo Y36 is priced at 999 PRS in Dubai, making it one of the most affordable 5G smartphones in the market.
The phone offers decent performance for gaming, handling smooth gaming performance without any issues.
It has a large storage capacity of 256 GB and comes with 8 GB of RAM for seamless multitasking.
The phone's display supports a peak brightness of 650 nits, making it easy to see under bright sunlight.

Weaknesses

The Vivo Y36's plastic build makes it prone to fingerprints and scratches.
The camera quality is average, with the main camera capable of capturing detailed photos but lacking in ultra-wide lens capabilities.
The phone has a mono speaker, which may not be ideal for music lovers or those who want an immersive audio experience.
There's no slot for SD card memory expansion, making it inconvenient to expand storage capacity further.
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vivo Y16

The Vivo Y16 is a budget-friendly smartphone that packs a punch with its sleek design and impressive features. Priced at 8,499 pesos, this device boasts a beautiful Drizzling Gold colorway, complete with streaks that catch the light. The phone's measurements are similar to other vivo devices in its series, featuring a glass-like finish on the back. One of the standout features of the Vivo Y16 is its battery life. With a capacity of 5,000mAh and support for 10W fast charging and reverse charging, this device can easily last for two days with moderate use. The phone's performance is also impressive, thanks to its Mediatek Helio P35 octa-core processor. The Vivo Y16 features a 6.51-inch FullView HD+ display with a 720p resolution and an Eye Protection mode to reduce eye strain. However, the camera performance is somewhat lacking, especially in low-light conditions. The device's AI dual rear camera setup features a 13-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel macro camera, while the front camera has a 5-megapixel lens. In terms of gaming performance, the Vivo Y16 delivers smooth results, thanks to its optimized software and hardware combination. However, the phone's multitasking capabilities could be improved with more RAM. Overall, the Vivo Y16 is an excellent budget smartphone that offers great value for money. Its stylish design, impressive battery life, and smooth performance make it a solid choice for those looking for a reliable device at an affordable price point.

vivo Y36

The Vivo Y36 5G is an entry-level smartphone that promises to deliver 5G connectivity, a 9Hz display, large 5000mAh battery, and a 50MP camera at a budget-friendly price. The phone's design features a sleek and modern look with a glass front, plastic back, and plastic frame, but it's a fingerprint magnet. The device boasts a 6.64-inch IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, making everything look smoother and more responsive. The display also has good viewing angles and color accuracy, although it's not perfect. Under the hood, the phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6020 chipset, an 8GB RAM, and 256GB internal storage. While gaming performance is average, the phone can handle smooth performance. The device runs on Funtouch OS 13, based on Android 13, with a clean and simple interface. The Y36 5G's camera features a dual rear setup with a 50MP main camera and a 2MP depth sensor. While it takes decent photos in good lighting conditions, the quality is average. The front camera is a 16MP sensor that takes selfies with good clarity. The phone has a large 5000mAh battery that lasts for a full day of moderate usage, with fast charging capabilities. However, the build quality is plastic, and there's no ultra-wide lens or mono speaker. Overall, the Vivo Y36 5G offers a lot of value for its price, making it a good option for those looking for a budget-friendly smartphone with decent performance, long battery life, and 5G connectivity.

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