Vivo Y18

OhoPrice editorial review

Our Take: The Vivo Y18 at 38,499 PKR positions itself as a premium-feeling budget phone with a focus on selfie quality and build refinement. The Helio G85 processor with 6 GB of RAM delivers smooth performance for everyday tasks, social media, and casual gaming without significant stuttering. The 6.6-inch HD+ display at 269 PPI with a 90 Hz refresh rate and 840 nits HBM brightness is bright enough for outdoor use, though the 720p resolution means text lacks the crispness of Full HD+ competitors. The 50 MP f/1.8 main camera with PDAF captures solid daylight photos with accurate skin tones, and the 8 MP selfie camera handles video calls well. The 5,000 mAh battery comfortably lasts a full day of mixed use. Build quality feels premium for the price, with a slim 8.4 mm profile. The phone's main weakness is the price: at 38,499 PKR, it faces stiff competition from phones with Full HD+ displays and larger batteries. This phone is best for buyers who value Vivo's build quality and selfie camera over raw specification numbers. The Infinix Smart 20 at 33,999 PKR undercuts the Y18 by 4,500 PKR while offering a larger 6.78-inch display and a 5,200 mAh battery. However, the Infinix uses a weaker G81 Ultimate chip with only 4 GB of base RAM, making the Vivo noticeably smoother for multitasking. The Smart 20's camera setup is particularly weak at just 8 MP on both front and rear, whereas the Y18's 50 MP rear and 8 MP front cameras produce far more detailed images. Display quality is a wash: both are 720p, but the Vivo's higher peak brightness makes it easier to read in direct sunlight. If selfie quality and build refinement matter to you, the Vivo Y18 justifies its premium; if you want a bigger battery and lower price, the Infinix Smart 20 is the budget choice, though you sacrifice camera quality significantly. PTA Note: Vivo phones are commonly available through authorised Pakistani retailers; confirm PTA approval status for the specific variant you are purchasing.