The vivo Y19s 5G is a freshly launched 5G-smartphone from vivo in India, bringing together a resilient build, large battery, decent performance and 5G connectivity. The phone caters to users who want 5G and big battery life without necessarily paying a flagship premium.
Design & Durability
- Colours available: Majestic Green & Titanium Silver.
- Ingress protection rating: IP64 (dust ingress + water spray resistance) — reassuring in messy or outdoor environments.
- Build details: Dimensions of 167.3 × 76.95 × 8.19 mm; weight ~ 199 g.
- Back cover: composite plastic sheet; fingerprint sensor: side-mounted capacitive.
- Toughness: The marketing points to “military-grade shock resistance”, multiple drop tests and temperature range tests.
Display & Audio
- Screen size: 6.74 inches (17.1196 cm) diagonally (full rectangle).
- Resolution: 1600 × 720 px (HD+).
- Panel type: LCD with capacitive multi-touch. Refresh rate: 90 Hz.
- Peak brightness (HBM): ~700 nits.
- Color gamut: ~70% NTSC; pixel density ~260 ppi.
- Audio: “200% Super Loud Volume” claim from vivo; Ultra-Bright flashlight capability too.
- Eye comfort: TÜV Low Blue Light certification when eye-protection mode enabled.
Performance & Platform
- Operating system: Funtouch OS 15 on Android 15.
- Processor (Platform): MediaTek Dimensity 6300 built on 6 nm process.
- CPU cores: 8 cores → 2×2.4 GHz + 6×2.0 GHz.
- Memory / Storage options:
- 4 GB + 64 GB
- 4 GB + 128 GB
- 6 GB + 128 GB.
- RAM type: LPDDR4X; ROM type: eMMC 5.1.
- Expandable: Up to 2 TB microSD support (for ROM via memory card).
Camera & Imaging
- Rear cameras: 13 MP main camera (f/2.2) + 0.08 MP secondary (f/3.0) — looks like a basic dual-camera setup.
- Front camera: 5 MP (f/2.2).
- Camera features: AI Eraser (remove unwanted objects), AI Photo Enhance (improve old photos), AI Documents (improve scans) — network connection required.
- Other modes: Rear supports Photo, Night, Portrait, Video, Live Photo, Slo-mo, Time-lapse, Pro, Pano, Documents, High pixels. Front supports Photo, Night, Portrait, Video, Live Photo.
Battery & Charging
- Battery: 6,000 mAh (typical) Li-ion single cell.
- Charging: 15 W FlashCharge support.
- From the overview: vivo claims >22.9 hours YouTube video playback, >26 hours Spotify music playback compared to a 5,500 mAh battery.
- Battery health claims: After 1,600 full charge-discharge cycles (~5 years use) ≥ 80% capacity remaining.
- 24-Dimension security protection (charging chip, port, cable, adapter etc).
Connectivity, Network & Extras
- Network: Dual nano-SIM + microSD slot (so you don’t lose storage slot).
- 5G bands: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28B/n40/n77/n78.
- Wi-Fi: 2.4GHz & 5GHz.
- Bluetooth 5.4.
- USB Type-C (USB 2.0). OTG and FM radio supported. NFC not supported.
- Sensors: Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity, e-compass supported; gyroscope not supported.
Why the Y19s 5G Could Be a Smart Buy
Strong points: large 6,000 mAh battery, 5G support, 90 Hz display, robust durability (IP64, shock resistance) — all of which are uncommon at very low/mid segment.
If your priorities: battery life, network future-proofing (5G), durability, decent all-round performer — this is well aligned.
Trade-offs: display resolution is HD+ (not Full HD), camera system is basic, charging speed is moderate, RAM + storage starts modest.
Target audience: Students, budget users, first 5G phone buyers, as a secondary phone, users who carry the phone outdoors or to rougher terrains.
Yes — the device supports multiple 5G bands including n78, n77, etc., which are used by Indian carriers.
It packs a 6,000 mAh battery. vivo claims over 22.9 hours of YouTube playback and over 26 hours of Spotify playback when compared with a 5,500 mAh battery. Real-world usage will vary based on apps, connectivity, brightness, etc.
The phone supports 15 W FlashCharge. This means charging will be slower compared to higher‐wattage fast‐charger phones, so plan accordingly.
No — the display resolution is 1600 × 720 (HD+), with a 90 Hz refresh rate. Good smoothness, but fewer pixels than Full HD.
It has a 13 MP main + 0.08 MP secondary rear camera, and a 5 MP front camera. The setup is modest and better suited for casual photography rather than advanced imaging tasks.
It comes in variants: 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 4 GB + 128 GB, and 6 GB + 128 GB. It also supports microSD for storage expansion up to 2 TB.
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a reliable 5G smartphone with excellent battery life, smoother 90 Hz refresh, built-tough design at a budget/mid tier price point, the vivo Y19s 5G makes a compelling case. While it doesn’t match flagship specs in display resolution or ultra-high-end cameras, it focuses on what many users care about: endurance, connectivity, durability and smooth everyday performance.
For most everyday users, the vivo Y19s 5G is a smart, balanced choice.