Doogee Y8 Plus: Pros and Cons

Doogee announced the launch of the Y8 Plus smartphone in 2019. The manufacturer is offering this smartphone with 6.21 inch IPS display, Mediatek MT6761 SoC, and 3 GB of RAM. The Y8 Plus comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) pre-installed. The IPS display of this phone has wide viewing angles. It also has accurate color reproduction and better contrast and black levels. The multi-camera setup has specialized features. It has multiple cameras with different focal lengths, like wide-angle, standard, telephoto, and macro. Is the cost justified by its features? I'll strive to answer that by the end of my review.

Table of Contents

• Doogee Y8 Plus specifications
• Weight, dimensions, colors
• System, chipset, performance
• Display type, size, resolution
• Memory, storage
• Cameras, flash
• Connectivity, network, wireless
• Battery type, capacity, charger
• Features, sensors, specials
• Verdict, pros and cons

This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the Doogee Y8 Plus smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device. The specifications below are from the official manufacturer data, but we also consider user reviews. If you've seen any mistakes or things missing in these specifications, please let us know.

Doogee Y8 Plus specifications

Weight, dimensions, colors

Smartphones use a Nano SIM as a subscriber identity module (SIM), which is a chip card.

System, chipset, performance

The Doogee Y8 Plus comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) out of the box. Google regularly releases new versions of Android. They have new features, improvements, and security updates. The quad-core mobile CPU can provide fast and efficient performance for mobile games. Many consider PowerVR GPUs to highly compete with other leading mobile GPUs. AnTuTu measures and evaluates the performance of different hardware components of a device.

Display type, size, resolution

People know IPS for its wide viewing angles. It also has accurate color reproduction. The 6.21 inch display should be big enough for your needs. It will make viewing comfortable. This is true whether you're reading, browsing, or watching. The display size is the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner.

Memory, storage

The smartphone has 3 GB of RAM. It can run many apps at once without much lag or slowness. The needed RAM amount for good performance depends on factors. These include the OS, the apps, and the services you use. Generally, a smartphone should have a minimum of 32 GB of internal storage. The Y8 Plus has 32 GB. You can expand the internal storage of the Y8 Plus (32 GB) by using a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

The Y8 Plus has a multi-camera setup. It lets you adapt to different photography situations. You can achieve various perspectives and compositions. The Y8 Plus comes with a basic camera setup and lacks any advanced features.

Connectivity, network, wireless

Worldwide, people use 4G networks. They have become the standard for mobile networks in many countries. The Y8 Plus supports the latest Wi-Fi standards. You can use Bluetooth to connect your Y8 Plus smartphone to many Bluetooth devices. The Y8 Plus has a GPS receiver. Many fitness and activity tracking apps rely on GPS. It is used to accurately measure and record outdoor activities. The Y8 Plus has a built-in NFC chip, which allows it to support various NFC applications and services. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows you to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery type, capacity, charger

The Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a light-weight, rechargeable battery. The Y8 Plus does not have a removable battery, it integrates the battery into the phone's design.

Features, sensors, specials

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The Y8 Plus smartphone has an accelerometer. The fingerprint reader is a biometric security feature found in Y8 Plus smartphones. The light sensor is a type of sensor in a smartphone. It lets the phone measure light intensity around the device. Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this Doogee phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.

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I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.