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Vivo Y35 Vs Y33s
Robert Cerff / 19-06-2023 / Tech
Vivo Y35 Vs Y33s – Battle of the Budget Vivos
We’re pitting Vivo against Vivo to see which one takes the crown!
In this battle of the mid-range heavyweights – the Vivo Y35 and the Vivo Y33s – we started with a relatively even playing field. Both devices boast powerful triple cameras, crystal-clear displays, super-fast charging speeds, ample internal storage and cutting-edge RAM-expanding capabilities.
The best part is that they perform all these tasks and more at an affordable price of just below R7 000.
Superior Display
We started our battle by determining which screen is the best among these phones. On paper, the Vivo Y35 has a slight edge over the Y33s. It boasts a better refresh rate of 90Hz, providing a smoother overall user experience compared to the 60Hz refresh rate on the Y33s. Additionally, it delivers a higher peak brightness of 550 nits, surpassing the Y33s' 400 nits, which results in a brighter screen — a significant advantage, especially under direct sunlight. However, these are the only significant differences. Both feature the same expansive 6.58-inch screen, a high resolution of 1080p, a 96% NTSC colour gamut and eye comfort technology. Both screens are optimised for gaming, offering a fully immersive experience with features like 4D game vibration and picture-in-picture capabilities.
Cameras: The Standoff
Looking to capture picture-perfect moments with the Vivo Y33s or Y35? Both phones are pretty evenly matched in this department. Both will deliver equally impressive results as they are equipped with a:
- Powerful 50MP main camera (f/1.8 aperture)
- 2MP macro lens (f/2.4 aperture)
- 2MP depth lens (f/2.4 aperture) and
- 16MP selfie camera.
These cameras produce professional-looking shots in both bright and dim environments, boasting advanced night-time photography capabilities with AI and noise reduction technology. They automatically adjust to every shade of the night, capturing clear and detailed moments even after the sun goes down. Additionally, they offer sought-after features such as capturing intricate details as close as 4cm using the macro camera and stabilisation algorithms for steady and clear videos even when you're on the move.
The Differentiating Factor: Processor
The Vivo Y35 and Y33s set themselves apart primarily through their processing capabilities. The Y35 benefits from a newer 4G chipset, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 and the Y33s is equipped with the 4G MediaTek Helio G80. Both chipsets deliver impressive power and performance in the mid-range smartphone category, ensuring smooth multitasking without any lag. However, it comes as no surprise that in benchmark tests, the Snapdragon chipset outshines its MediaTek counterpart, showcasing superior performance, increased memory bandwidth and faster upload and download speeds.
Storage Wars
This is when the available RAM and ROM options go head to head.
The Vivo Y33s boasts 8GB RAM with the ability to extend it by borrowing idle ROM space, providing up to an additional 4GB.
On the other hand, the Y35 utilises the same memory expansion technology, allowing its 8GB RAM to be extended by an impressive 8GB, giving this model a significant edge.
Both phones offer 128GB internal storage which can be expanded up to a massive 1TB using a triple card slot design (2 nano SIMs and 1 micro SD).
Battery: The Beef Gets Real
How do these phones measure up when it comes to battery power and charging speeds? Both the Vivo Y33s and Vivo Y35 come equipped with a beefy 5000mAh battery, ensuring ample power to keep you going. However, the Y35 juices up quicker, minimising downtime. Both devices incorporate AI power-saving technology, maximising battery life and allowing you to enjoy your phone for extended periods on a single charge.
And the Budget Winner is…
The crown for the best budget Vivo smartphone goes to the Vivo Y35!
It offers a superior quality screen, faster charging speeds, more RAM, and a faster chipset. However, the Vivo Y33s comes in a close second, sharing many of the same features as the Y35, including the same cameras, battery, on-board storage, RAM expanding technology and screen size.
Ultimately, if your primary focus is saving some extra money, the Vivo Y33s is a smart choice. However, if budget isn’t a major constraint, it makes sense to invest a little more in the newer Vivo Y35 with its updated features.
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Vivo Y35 Vs Y33s comparison table
Vivo Y35 | Vivo Y33s | |
Display | 6.58-inch LCD | 2408×1080 (FHD+) | 90Hz refresh rate | 550 nits brightness | 6.58-inch LCD | 2408×1080 (FHD+) | 60Hz refresh rate | 400 nits brightness |
Rear cameras | 50MP (f/1.8) + 2MP (f/2.4) + 2MP (f/2.4) | 50MP (f/1.8) + 2MP (f/2.4) + 2MP (f/2.4) |
Selfie Camera | 16MP (f/2.0) | 16MP (f/2.0) |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | MediaTek Helio G80 |
Storage | 8GB RAM | 128GB ROM | 8GB RAM | 128GB ROM |
Extended RAM | Up to 8GB | Up to 4GB |
Extended ROM | Up to 1TB (2 nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Up to 1TB (2 nano SIMs + 1 microSD) |
Battery | 5000mAh | 5000mAh |
Charging Speeds | Up to 44W | Up to 18W |
OS out-of-the-box | Funtouch OS 12 | Funtouch OS 11.1 |
Available Colours | Agate Black / Dawn Gold | Mirror Black / Midday Dream |
Price | Below R7000 | Below R6000 |
Weight | 188 g | 182g |
