vivo Y28 Review: Fashionable, boasts elegance design, budget-friendly, camera prowess with great batttery life!

vivo Y28, has many special wonderful and unique features that make it special. It looks elegant, takes amazing photos and performs smoothly during long work hours. 

vivo Y28 is the vivo's latest launch in the midrange segment, included in the stong line up of budget-friendly devices in its Y series. This smartphone is packed with powerful features without the hefty price tag. The vivo Y28 is a long-lasting phone with a solid build. It is an affordable smartphone that comes with heavy-duty performance optimized for daily use, entertainment and gaming, and more.

As mobile phones have become an indispensable part of our lives, vivo Y28's exceptional battery endurance makes it an ideal choice for users who prioritize long-lasting power in their smartphone from morning to night.

Unboxing 

In the box

Inside the box you will find the phone, charger, USB cable, SIM ejector tool, Phone case, Quick Start Guide and Warranty card.

• Y28
• Quick Start Guide
• USB Cable
• Charger
• Eject Tool
• Phone case
• Protective Film (applied)
• Warranty Card

Design

The vivo Y28 is with an eye-catching design. with an elegant looks. It features a 3D diamond-patterned regal texture along with a high metallic gloss frame, making it a standout technology devices.

It comes in two colors - Gleaming Orange and Agate Green

The Gleaming Orange edition is 8.09 mm thick, and the Agate Green edition of  Y28 is 7.99 mm thick,

The phone’s Gleaming Orange colorway has a glossy look complete with glitter particles. The phone's Metallic High-Gloss Frame and Dual-Layer Coating maintain a clean appearance, and great to know that this is resistant to fingerprints. (I have the Gleaming Orange phone)

Elegant design and built:

 -  Glass Front, Plastic Back

 -  Plastic Middle Frame

The vivo Y28 smartphone has a sleek and modern design, making it comfortable to hold. The Dual-Layer Coating also gives the phone a decent level of grip, meaning it won’t be a slippery phone to hold.

At the back, there’s a small vivo logo on the bottom left corner. The dual camera module have two flash lights, though the upper light is what’s used for the camera flash and the flashlight. The tiny ring light is used for the Dynamic Light feature - turn this on. The Dynamic Light shines while receiving notifications, playing music or photo shoot, specially selfie under countdown timer.

For buttons and ports, the volume rocker and power button are on the right side of the device. The left side has the dual nano-SIM tray. Top side is clean as a whistle. On the bottom one of two speakers, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm audio port.

More to explore, this phone also has an IP64 dust and water resistance rating — an uncommon ang interesting feature to have in the budget segment.

Dust-Tight Protection: The vivo Y28 can handle dusty environments without any issues. Whether you're at the beach, working on a DIY project, or just living in a dusty area, your phone's internals remain safe from particle intrusion.

Water-Resistant: Life happens, and sometimes that includes accidental splashes of water. The IP64 rating means your vivo Y28 can withstand splashes, making it perfect for unexpected rain or minor kitchen mishaps.

vivo Y28 offers smooth multitasking and provides a comfortable feel in your hand. Here are the specifications:

vivo Y28 Specs

• 6.68-inch HD+ (1608 x 720) LCD, 264ppi
• 90Hz refresh rate, 1,000 nits (peak brightness)
• MediaTek Helio G85
• 2x Cortex-A75 @ 2GHz, 6x Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz
• Mali-G52 MP2 GPU
• 8GB RAM
• 128GB, 256GB internal storage
• microSD card support (hybrid slot)
• 50MP (f/1.8) main camera
• 2MP (f/2.4) bokeh camera
• 8MP (f/2.05) front camera
• 3.5mm audio port
• Dual stereo speakers
• Dual nano-SIM
• 5G
• WiFi 5
• Bluetooth 5
• USB Type-C
• Funtouch OS 14 (Android 14)
• 6,000mAh battery, 44W FlashCharge support (wired, in-box charger)
• IP64 rating for dust and water resistance
• 165.70 × 76.00 × 7.99mm (dimensions)
• 199 grams (weight)
• Agate Green, Gleaming Orange (colors)

Battery Capacity

One of the phone’s key highlights is having a larger-than-usual battery, rated at 6000mAh paired with 44W fast charging.

Made to be a long-lasting that could handle everyday multitasks, this phone is said to be a capable daily driver for users on the lookout for a wallet-friendly device.

The vivo Y28 smartphone comes with a long-life 6000 mAh battery and 44W flash charging capacity. If you charge for 5 minutes, you can enjoy 2+ hours for a phone call, 2+ hours for the WhatsApp app, 2+ hours for Facebook, and 30 minutes for PUBG gaming. It also has a 2.0 smart charging engine with overnight charging protection and a temperature control system. With extreme fast charging, you’ll never miss a moment.

It guarantees smooth performance for 48 months. Its high-brightness eye protection screen offers an unrivaled visual feast that truly improves gaming, video streaming, and other entertainment experiences.

Performance

-  The vivo Y28 runs on a MediaTek Helio G85 based on a 12nm process technology

-  FuntouchOS 14 based on Android 14

- 8GB RAM, 128GB, 256GB internal storage

Camera 

The vivo Y28 smartphone has a premium dual camera, which includes an adjustable 8 MP front camera along with a 50 MP + 2 MP bokeh camera. There are various modes, including HDR, Panorama, and Pro, via the Camera application on the device.

Capture every moment in stunning detail with the vivo Y28 high-resolution camera. Experience stunning clarity with the vivo Y28 main camera that delivers vivid, lifelike images and radiant moments are all in your frame.

vivo Y28 has a customized Photo Borders, add delightful details to your captures. This is a wonderful app. It transform every shot into a unique masterpiece.

There are more features to explore:

Split-Screen

Split the screen in two for multitasking, so you can get the best of both worlds.

Hidden Photos

Protect your privacy by hiding sensitive images from prying eyes, ensuring that they remain unseen by others.

Mobile phones really serves many people everyday. Helping us to manage our schedule, from work to leisure, keeping us informed, entertained and ensuring we stay connected at all times.

If you are looking for under-10K smartphone for gaming and regular use, then the vivo Y28 is perfect for you. I think this phone specification and features meet your needs.

The price in the Philippines:

16GB RAM + 128GB ROM (with 8GB extended RAM) - ₱7,999,

16GB RAM + 256GB ROM (with 8GB extended RAM) - ₱9,999.

As such, the Y28 is worth checking out given its  ₱7,999 or  ₱9,999 price tag, at least for users who prioritize a phone’s build and battery life.

Visit your nearest vivo store or kiosks nationwide to get your hands on Y28 today. vivo Y28 is now available in vivo’s official online channels including Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop, and the vivo’s website.