Overview
The Vivo Z5i is Vivo's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around processor of Qualcomm Snapdragon 675, ram of 8 GB, storage of 128 GB.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.
Full Specifications
| Price | ₹ 17,990 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 |
| CPU | 2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.53 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Operating System | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
| Graphics | Adreno 612 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes |
| Rear Camera | 16 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) Macro |
| Front Camera | 16 MP ƒ/2 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | November 28, 2019 |
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Ppi | ~ 395 PPI |
| Screen To Body Ratio | ~ 90.3% |
| Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 256 GB |
| Gprs | Yes |
| Edge | Yes |
| 3g | Yes |
| 4g | Yes |
| Volte | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 |
| Usb | Yes, microUSB v2.0 |
| Usb Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| Gps | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Rear |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Features | HDR, Panorama |
| Video Recording | 2160p @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Music | Yes |
| Video | Yes |
| Fm Radio | Yes |
| Document Reader | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Model | Z5i |
| Dimensions | 76.5 x 162.2 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 193 g |
| Core Details | 2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 460 Silver |
| 3 5mm Headphone Jack | Yes |
Editor Verdict
“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”
Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.
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How this model stacks up against nearby options
Vivo Z5i
This model |
Huawei Honor 8X (6GB RAM + 64GB)
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Huawei Honor 8X (4GB RAM + 128GB)
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|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 | Hisilicon Kirin 710 | Hisilicon Kirin 710 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.53 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels | 6.5 inches, 2340 x 1080 pixels | 6.5 inches, 2340 x 1080 pixels |
| Graphics | Adreno 612 | Mali-G51 MP4 | Mali-G51 MP4 |
| OS | Android v9.0 (Pie) | Android v8.1 (Oreo) | Android v8.1 (Oreo) |
Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.
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