Vivo Y28

OhoPrice editorial review

Our Take: The Vivo Y28 at 42,999 PKR is the most expensive phone in this roundup, and its main selling point is a massive 6,000 mAh battery paired with a 90 Hz display that reaches 1,000 nits HBM brightness. In practical terms, this means the phone lasts well into a second day on a single charge and remains readable in direct sunlight, which is valuable for outdoor use. The Helio G85 processor with 8 GB of RAM delivers smooth performance for daily tasks and casual gaming, and the 128 GB of storage is adequate for most users. The 50 MP f/1.8 main camera with PDAF captures decent daylight photos with good colour accuracy, though the 8 MP selfie camera is underwhelming at this price. The 6.68-inch HD+ display at 264 PPI is disappointingly low-resolution for a phone costing nearly 43,000 PKR, and the text sharpness falls noticeably behind Full HD+ competitors. At this price, you are paying for battery capacity and brightness rather than display clarity. This phone suits heavy users who need multi-day battery life and work outdoors. The Realme C100i at 36,999 PKR costs 6,000 less and offers an even larger 7,000 mAh battery, making it the endurance champion of this comparison. However, the Realme uses a weaker Unisoc T7250 processor with only 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage, which means significantly worse multitasking performance and less space for apps and media. The C100i's 8 MP main camera is far less capable than the Vivo's 50 MP unit, and its 5 MP selfie camera is inadequate for video calls. Both phones have HD+ displays, so neither offers sharp text. The Vivo Y28 wins on processing power, camera quality, and display brightness; the Realme C100i wins on battery capacity and price. For buyers who need a fast, well-rounded phone with excellent battery life, the Vivo Y28 justifies its premium; for pure endurance on a tight budget, the Realme C100i is the endurance-focused alternative. PTA Note: At this price point, ensure the phone is PTA-approved, as the tax on non-approved devices would make it even more expensive.