The Vivo Y16 is an entry-level smartphone that has yet to be launched or arrive in the Kenyan market. The Y16 is one of Vivo’s Y-series phones lined up to be launched in August alongside the Y02s and the Y35.
The Y16 is a successor to the Y15s and brings with it a decent technical profile. The device’s key features include a large 6.51-inch display and fast performance.
That said, here is what the Y16 has to offer.
Key Specs of the Vivo Y16
- Display Size: 6.51-inches
- Dimensions: –
- RAM: 4GB
- Rear Camera: 13+2MP
- Battery Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh
- Price in Kenya: Ksh. 12,999
Display
Display Size: 6.51-inches
Display Type: IPS LCD
Screen Resolution: 720 x 1600 pixels
Screen Resolution Density:
The Vivo Y16 sports a 6.51-inch IPS LCD with a waterdrop notch. The smartphone supports an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.
It’s a modest display profile that is sure to offer a great visual experience whether you are gaming or watching your favorite media.
Design
Dimensions: –
The Y16 is quite the looker. It certainly borrows some design cues from the Y15s like the dual-circle ring lens that looks exquisite.
It’s sleek with flat-edged sides and comes in two different color options.
Performance
Operating System: Android 12
CPU: –
RAM: 4GB
Internal Storage: 64/128GB
Micro SD: Yes
The Vivo Y16 comes powered by MediaTek’s Helio G35 chipset coupled up with 4GB of RAM. For storage, the device packs either 64/128 GB of built-in memory.
These kinds of features are sufficient to handle most of your standard tasks as well as store your mid-large sized files perfectly.
It’s also rumored that it will offer features like Extended RAM 2.0, Multi Turbo 2.2, and Ultra Game Mode. The device comes running Android 12 straight out of the box.
Camera
Rear Camera: 13+2MP
Selfie Camera: 5MP
LED Flash: Yes
The dual setup camera on the back includes a 13MP main camera and a 2MP depth lens with an LED flash. Upfront, you get a 5MP camera for selfies and video calls.
Battery
Battery Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh
A Li-Po 5000mAh battery supporting 10W charging keeps the lights on the Vivo Y16. It should last a day or two on moderate usage and lengthy standby times.
Price in Kenya
The Vivo Y16 has yet to arrive in the Kenyan market. However, when it does, expect it to retail at a suggested price of Ksh. 12,999.
Alfred Gitonga is a passionate tech news writer with a deep interest in smartphones and related technologies. He is a staff writer at Mobitrends.co.ke.
