Vivo Y29 Review: Strong battery, high durability but limited camera

+ Advantages:

- Youthful design, high durability.

- Strong battery, fast charging.

- Supports many AI features.

+ Limitations:

- Not equipped with wide-angle lens and telephoto lens.

- Does not support 5G connection.

+ Advice from Digital Power Editor:

Vivo Y29 will be suitable for users who need a phone with strong battery life and fast charging support. In addition, this model also has a relatively youthful appearance and high durability, helping users feel secure in using it in many different conditions.

However, this product line does not support 5G network connection. At the same time, the camera system of the device still has many limitations when it is not equipped with a wide-angle lens and a telephoto lens.

Design and display

Compared to its predecessor, the Vivo Y29's appearance has become softer thanks to its rounded corners and curved beveled lines on the back. This change helps to provide a more comfortable and comfortable grip experience.

The design of the device is also quite youthful and sleek with a sturdy metal frame. The white version has embossed lines that help highlight the appearance of the device. However, the drawback is that this design makes the product very susceptible to sweat and fingerprints during daily use.

Vivo Y29 is currently one of the most durable smartphones in its segment. The device is equipped with Schott Xensation α tempered glass, which is more impact resistant than conventional glass.

The device also has a 5-star SGS drop-proof certification and meets military standards, allowing it to withstand strong impacts. In addition, the device also meets IPX4 water resistance and IP6X dust resistance standards, providing better protection for the device.

However, it should be noted that the above technologies are integrated to increase the experience and durability of the device. Users should not rely too much on or test the device in dangerous conditions to avoid risks.

Vivo Y29 is equipped with a 6.68-inch LCD screen with a punch-hole design containing the selfie camera. The most notable feature on this screen is that it supports a 120Hz refresh rate, higher than the 60-90Hz of most competitors in the same segment. This equipment helps make swiping and touching smoother, especially when playing games or surfing the web.

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However, the unfortunate downside is that the screen resolution only stops at HD+ (720 x 1,608 pixels), while many competitors in the same segment have been upgraded to Full HD+ screen resolution. This makes the displayed image not really sharp, especially when watching videos or reading small text.

Additionally, the screen bezel at the bottom edge is significantly thicker than the rest of the edges. This makes the overall front design unbalanced.

Performance and battery

Vivo Y29 is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 processor, 8GB RAM and 128/256GB optional storage. The Snapdragon 685 chip is a slightly upgraded version of the Snapdragon 680 chip (which appeared on many mid-range smartphones launched in 2024).

Evaluated through the Antutu BenchMark performance scoring software, Vivo Y29 reached nearly 320,000 points. A quick comparison with some competitors in the same price segment, the Realme C75 model running the MediaTek Helio G92 Max chip reached nearly 290,000 points, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G using the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chip reached more than 390,000 points.

In actual experience with some popular games such as PUBG Mobile or Lien Quan Mobile, the device can achieve 60fps with medium-high graphics settings. During continuous gaming for more than 2 hours, the device provides a stable user experience, the heat emitted is moderate and does not cause discomfort.

However, it should also be noted that this device will not be suitable for multitasking needs, running heavy tasks such as playing high-graphic games or editing videos. At the same time, the device also does not support 5G technology, so users will not be able to experience the latest mobile connectivity on this product line.

The most outstanding feature of Vivo Y29 is the large capacity 6,500mAh battery. This battery capacity is 15-30% higher than most competitors in the same segment.

Vivo said this model uses exclusive BlueVolt battery technology with a new battery architecture that increases energy density without affecting the thinness and weight of the device.

In addition, the device is also equipped with fast charging technology with a capacity of 44W, allowing 50% battery charging in 41 minutes. This battery also integrates protection technology to help maintain over 80% performance after 1,500 charging cycles, equivalent to about 5 years of use.

With the actual need to use daily tasks such as calling, texting, browsing the web, watching videos, using social networks and playing games, the device can meet the usage time of 1.5-2 days.

Camera and AI

Vivo Y29 is equipped with a dual camera system, including a 50MP main lens and a 2MP secondary lens that supports portrait photography. This camera system is also integrated with AI, supporting sharper photos, automatically adjusting light and color.

The camera system of the device has the ability to operate relatively stably. In bright enough environmental conditions, the image quality taken from this camera system has good details, natural colors, suitable for everyday use.

However, when used in low light conditions, image quality drops significantly, prone to noise and loss of detail. Another limitation is that the device does not support ultra-wide-angle and telephoto lenses. This makes creativity in photography more limited than competitors with more versatile camera clusters.

In return, Vivo Y29 is equipped with a number of AI features that allow users to quickly edit images or use the camera system more effectively.

AI Object Removal removes unwanted objects from photos with just one tap. AI Circle to Search allows quick search by circling content on the screen, improving work efficiency.

In addition, the device also supports AI translation feature to help users translate information on the screen and smart AI connection ensures stable network connection in weak signal environments such as elevators or parking garages.

In the mid-range segment alone, Vivo Y29 is one of the few smartphones equipped with a relatively diverse range of AI features. Of course, these features are still not as diverse as products in higher segments, but they are enough for users to experience.

Summary

Vivo Y29 is sold in the Vietnamese market with prices starting from 6.5 million VND. The device competes directly with a number of products in the same segment such as Xiaomi Redmi Note 14, Realme C75, Oppo A5 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G.