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YU Yureka 2 (2017) review

Android OS v6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953
Adreno 506
4 GB / 64 GB
5.5 inches (1080 x 1920 px)
16 MP, 4608 x 3456 px, autofocus

YU announced the launch of the Yureka 2 smartphone in 2017. The manufacturer is offering the YU Yureka 2 phone with 5.5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953 chipset, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage.

The YU Yureka 2 comes with Android OS v6.0.1 (Marshmallow) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 3930 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5.5 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (1080 x 1920 px).

YU Yureka 2 specifications

BrandYU
NameYureka 2
ModelYU2
Release date2017

Body

The weight of YU Yureka 2 is about 5.29 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this YU phone are average (6.01 x 3.01 x 0.32 inches).

Weight5.29 oz
Dimensions6.01 x 3.01 x 0.32 inches
Colorsgold
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The YU Yureka 2 comes with Android OS v6.0.1 (Marshmallow) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.

OS versionAndroid OS v6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953
CPUOcta-core 2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506

Display

The size of Yureka 2 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.5 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 5.5 inches IPS display of YU Yureka 2 with 1080 x 1920 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typeIPS
Screen size5.5 inches
Resolution1080 x 1920 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of YU Yureka 2 (4 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (64 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM4 GB
Internal storage64 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the Yureka 2 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 camera8 MP
Main camera16 MP, 4608 x 3456 px, autofocus
FlashDual LED

Connectivity

The YU Yureka 2 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. 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 Yureka 2 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv4.1, A2DP
GPSA-GPS
NFCno
FM radioyes
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Ion 3930 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 Yureka 2 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Ion 3930 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. The Yureka 2 phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This YU phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Yureka 2 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of YU Yureka 2 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 supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, fingerprint, light, proximity
SpecialsDual SIM, Fast charging, Quick Charge

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 YU Yureka 2, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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