Vivo Y500i Launches with 7,200 mAh Battery, up to 12 GB RAM, and 512 GB Storage

JAKARTA - Vivo officially introduced the latest smartphone from the Y500 series, namely the Vivo Y500i, in the Chinese market. After previously releasing the Vivo Y500 and Y500 Pro, the Y500i model comes with a focus on battery life, large storage options, and stable 5G performance for daily use needs.

Vivo Y500i is equipped with a 6.75-inch LCD screen with an HD+ resolution of 1570 x 720 pixels. This panel supports a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, an aspect ratio of 19.6:9, a screen-to-body ratio of 90.60 percent, and a contrast ratio of 1,500:1.

In the performance sector, the Vivo Y500i is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. This device is available in 8 GB and 12 GB RAM options. The 8 GB variant uses LPDDR5X RAM, while the 12 GB variant uses LPDDR4X.

For internal storage, Vivo offers 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB options with UFS 3.1 technology. In addition, the memory fusion feature allows for the addition of up to 8 GB or 12 GB of virtual RAM, depending on the variant.

One of the main attractions of the Vivo Y500i is its large battery capacity. This phone is equipped with a single-cell lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 7,200 mAh with 44W Flash Charge fast charging support. For the operating system, this device runs OriginOS 6 which is likely based on Android 16.

In the camera sector, the Vivo Y500i carries a 5-megapixel front camera with an f/2.2 aperture. On the back, there is a 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.8 aperture that is equipped with autofocus features.

Other supporting features include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS with support for various satellite systems, USB-C port, 3.5 mm audio jack, infrared remote control, and standard sensors.

In terms of durability, the Vivo Y500i has already bagged IP68/69 certification for dust and water resistance. This device also received the five-star SGS Gold Label certification for shock and fall resistance.

Dimensionally, the Vivo Y500i has a size of 166.64 x 78.43 x 8.49 mm with a weight of around 219 grams.

The Vivo Y500i is available in China in Galaxy Silver, Obsidian Black, and Phoenix Gold color options. The official configuration and pricing options are as follows: - 8 GB RAM + 128 GB: 1,499 yuan or around 210 US dollars, equivalent to approximately 3.51 million IDR - 8 GB RAM + 256 GB: 1,799 yuan or around 250 US dollars, equivalent to around 4.18 million IDR - 8 GB RAM + 512 GB: 1,999 yuan or around 280 US dollars, equivalent to around 4.68 million IDR - 12 GB RAM + 256 GB: 1,999 yuan or around 280 US dollars, equivalent to around 4.68 million IDR - 12 GB RAM + 512 GB: 2,199 yuan or around 315 US dollars, equivalent to around 5.26 million IDR

With its jumbo battery specifications, large storage, and capable physical endurance, the Vivo Y500i is aimed at users who prioritize durability and reliability for everyday use.