Vivo announced the launch of the Y55 smartphone in 2016. The manufacturer is offering the Vivo Y55 phone with 5.2 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The Vivo Y55 comes with Android OS v6.0 (Marshmallow) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2650 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5.2 inches phone comes with IPS display (720 x 1280 px). The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption.
Vivo Y55 specifications
| Brand | Vivo |
|---|---|
| Name | Y55 |
| Model | Y55 |
| Release date | 2016 |
Body
The weight of Vivo Y55 is about 5.01 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Vivo phone are average (5.82 x 2.87 x 0.3 inches).
| Weight | 5.01 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.82 x 2.87 x 0.3 inches |
| Colors | gold, gray, rose-gold |
| SIM type | Nano SIM, Micro SIM |
System
The Vivo Y55 comes with Android OS v6.0 (Marshmallow) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.
| OS version | Android OS v6.0 (Marshmallow) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53, Quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 308 |
Display
The size of Y55 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.2 inches IPS display of Vivo Y55 with 720 x 1280 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5.2 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Vivo Y55 (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (16 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 2 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 16 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Y55 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.
| Selfie camera | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The Vivo Y55 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Y55 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.1, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 2650 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of Y55 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Ion 2650 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. This Vivo phones comes with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of Vivo Y55 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, gyroscope, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM, Funtouch OS 2.6 |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Vivo Y55, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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