Vivo Y38 5G

Overview

Reviewed by Priyanka Singh · Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

The Vivo Y38 5G is Vivo's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around processor of Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen2, ram of 8 GB, storage of 256 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

Editor Verdict

4.0/5

Editorial rating

“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”

Performance 4.5

Camera 4.0

Battery Backup 4.0

Display 4.0

Value for Money 4.5

Build Quality 4.0

Priyanka Singh Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

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 Y38 5G This model	Honor 20S	Huawei Honor 10i
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen2	HiSilicon Kirin 810	HiSilicon Kirin 710
RAM	8 GB	6 GB	4 GB
Storage	256 GB	128 GB	128 GB
Display	6.68 inches, 720 x 1612 pixels, 120 Hz	6.26 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels	6.21 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels
Graphics	Adreno	—	Mali-G51 MP4
OS	Android v14	Android v9.0 (Pie)	Android v9.0 (Pie)

Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.

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