Vivo Y33s 5G, with Dimesnity 700 chip, launched
Vivo has launched a new Y-series handset, the Y33s 5G, in China. It starts at CNY 1,299 (roughly Rs. 15,600) for the 4GB/128GB model. The company is yet to announce the availability of the handset in other markets. As for the highlights, it features an LCD display, a 13MP main camera, a MediaTek Dimensity 700 chip, and a 5,000mAh battery.
Why does this story matter?
The Y33s 5G is the latest addition to Vivo's portfolio of affordable phones in China. With a powerful Dimensity 700 chip and Android-12'>Android 12 support, it is expected to stand out in the overcrowded budget segment. The 4G edition of the handset had debuted in India last August. We expect the 5G version to soon make its entry into India.
The handset is available in three color options
The Vivo Y33s 5G features a waterdrop notch design with a noticeable bottom bezel and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. On the rear, it has a rectangular camera unit. The handset bears a 6.58-inch HD+ (720x1600 pixels) IPS LCD display with a 60Hz refresh rate and a 269ppi pixel density. It is offered in Snow Dawn, Nebula Blue, and Fluorite Black color options.
It has an 8MP selfie camera
The Vivo Y33s 5G is equipped with a dual rear camera arrangement, including a 13MP main shooter and a 2MP macro lens. Up front, it sports an 8MP snapper for selfies and video calls.
It boots Origin OceanOS based on Android 12
The Vivo Y33s 5G is fueled by a MediaTek Dimesnity 700 chip, coupled with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Under the hood, it runs on Android 12-based Origin OceanOS skin and houses a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast-charging support. For connectivity, the handset offers support for Bluetooth 5.1, dual-band Wi-Fi, 5G, and a Type-C port.
Vivo Y33s 5G: Pricing and availability
The Vivo Y33s 5G starts at CNY 1,299 (around Rs. 15,600) for the 4GB/128GB model and goes up to CNY 1,599 (roughly Rs. 19,200) for the 8GB/128GB variant. It is only available in China as of now.
