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vivo Y5s Review: Solid Performance for the Price

MobilePhonesPro Editorial Team
March 17, 2026
6.4/10(Good)
vivo Y5s

Our comprehensive review of the vivo Y5s covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

Pros

    Cons

    • -Display could be brighter or smoother
    • -Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
    • -Camera performance is average
    • -No wireless charging

    Overview

    The vivo Y5s offers solid value in today's competitive smartphone market. With 6.53" IPS LCD, Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 (12 nm), and 16 camera system, it aims to deliver a comprehensive smartphone experience.

    Display

    The 6.53-inch IPS LCD display delivers adequate visuals. With a 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness, everyday usage is comfortable.

    Display Score: 6.6/10

    Performance

    Powered by the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 (12 nm) with 6GB RAM, the Y5s manages daily tasks smoothly. Performance is adequate for most users.

    Performance Score: 5.5/10

    Camera

    The 16MP main camera produces good photos in most conditions. Video recording at 1080p ensures your memories are captured in high quality.

    Camera Score: 6.4/10

    Battery

    With a 5000mAh battery and 18W charging, the Y5s gets through a typical day.

    Battery Score: 7/10

    Value

    At $TBD, the vivo Y5s is fairly priced for its capabilities.

    Value Score: 7/10

    Our Verdict

    The vivo Y5s is a capable device that handles everyday tasks well. While it has some limitations, it offers decent value in its price segment.

    6.4/10
    Good
    Overall Score