Vivo Y300 5G : In a segment where most budget smartphones feel like they’ve had corners cut left, right and center, the Vivo Y300 5G attempts to break the chains. The latest from Vivo tries to offer users a bite of 5G power, a reliable battery life and even a decent display — all in a contemporary design that doesn’t shout “cheap” in your face.
With a price tag of below ₹15,000, the Y300 5G is quite evidently aimed at young users and 5G phone first-timers.
Design and Build: Elegant in Its Simplicity
Vivo knows how to make a good-looking phone — and the Y300 5G is no different. It’s got clean, flat-edge lines and a matte back panel that doesn’t attract fingerprints and feels solid and smooth in the hand. The dual camera system at the back is neatly placed in a more angular housing that gives a bit of minimalist modern vibe.
Even better, it’s available in appealing shades like Crystal Green and Midnight Black, and it simply looks more sophisticated than you expect at this price. At just under 190g it’s light and comfortable enough for all-day use.
Display: Smooth and Bright
The Vivo Y300 5G’s main attraction is its 6.56-inch HD+ LCD screen which features a 90Hz refresh rate. Sure, it isn’t full HD, but the display is still quite bright with adequate colour reproduction for daily activities such as scrolling, messaging, or watching videos on YouTube, or on OTT platforms.
The added refresh rate is a nice bonus: swiping through apps and web pages looks and feels much smoother than it would on a standard 60Hz display. It’s a rare thing to find at this price, and it really does make the user experience better.
Performance: Snappy for Day to Day Usage
At the heart, the Y300 5G is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 with 4GB / 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage options under the hood. Support for virtual RAM extension up to 6GB, means you’ve got even more space when multi-tasking.
Performance is perfectly fine for the most part, apps open rapidly, the UI is very smooth, and you can even get away with some light gaming. It is not a powerhouse, but it is enough, in this segment, and does not stutter, under pressure.
Under the hood, it runs on Funtouch OS 14 (based on Android 14) and the user experience is smooth and fast. Vivo has toned down the bloatware, and the interface is generally pretty responsive.
Camera Set Up: Good for Casual Shots
The phone boasts of a 13MP main rear camera paired up with a 2MP depth sensor. From the rear, the rear camera takes reasonable photos with good colour and contrast in good light. It won’t win any photography awards, but it’s serviceable for everyday use, especially when you are only going to share on social media.
The selfie experience is decent enough with the 5MP front camera, but the same low light problem will have you questioning your photogenic choices. Having said that, Vivo did put in a few AI beauty features and filters that you can apply to your shots when the need arises.
Battery Life: Still One of the Best Features
The device is backed by a 5000mAh battery that can last a decent amount of time. You can expect to get through a full day very easily with light to moderate usage — think calls, social media, browsing, some video — and perhaps a bit into the next.
It is backed by a 15W fast USB Type-C charger. Fast charging isn’t lightning speed, but it’s not bad for this battery size and price range.
Pros:
Clean and modern design
Smooth 90Hz display
Reliable battery life
Not bad with Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
Virtual RAM support
5G connectivity on a budget
Cons:
The resolution of the screen is HD+ only.
Camera performance is basic
Could be faster to charge
No ultra-wide or macro lens
No stereo speakers
Vivo Y300 5G Final Verdict
The Vivo Y300 5G isn’t trying too hard — and that’s the best thing about it. It’s priced at under ₹15,000 but brings a refreshing mix of 5G support, good battery life, and smooth performance, all packaged in a design that feels a lot more premium than one would imagine.
It’s an excellent choice for students, the everyday user, or even the type person venturing into 5G without having to break the bank.