vivo Y38
$200Starting price · USMid-Range2024
6.2
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.68"
Display
50MP
Camera
6,000
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
44W
Charging
199g
Weight
Why This Phone
Mid-RangeThe vivo Y38 is a solid entry-to-mid-range device focused on battery longevity and basic utility. The 6000 mAh battery is a standout feature for this segment. However, the display resolution is disappointing for a 6.68-inch screen, and the camera system is strictly entry-level. Performance is adequate for daily tasks due to the efficient 4nm process of the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. Popularity is estimated as average, typical for regional mid-range releases from vivo. Tier is inferred as mid_range based on the chipset and feature set, as official pricing was not provided.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera5.0
Performance6.0
Battery8.5
Display5.5
Build6.0
Value7.0
Strengths
Large 6000 mAh battery capacity
Efficient 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset
120Hz refresh rate display
Includes 3.5mm headphone jack and NFC
Generous 256GB internal storage
Weaknesses
Low resolution 720p display panel
Basic camera hardware lacks OIS and ultrawide lens
Plastic build materials
Shared microSD card slot
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