contender in its category

Vivo has officially announced its latest mid-range marvel, the Y300 GT, making its debut in China. This smartphone emerges as a strong contender in its category, boasting a compelling combination of a vibrant display, formidable processing power, and an exceptionally long-lasting battery.   At the forefront of the visual experience is the Y300 GT’s expansive 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display. This screen offers a sharp resolution of 1260 x 2800 pixels, delivering crisp and detailed visuals. The inclusion of a 144Hz refresh rate ensures buttery-smooth scrolling, fluid animations, and a highly responsive experience, particularly beneficial for gaming and fast-paced content consumption. The AMOLED technology further contributes to vivid colors, deep blacks, and excellent contrast, promising an immersive viewing experience for all types of media. This display also boasts certifications for low blue light and low flicker from SGS, aiming to reduce eye strain during prolonged use.   Powering this impressive device is the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 chipset. This octa-core processor, built on a 4nm process, features an all “big core” architecture with Arm Cortex-A725 cores, delivering exceptional performance and power efficiency. The Dimensity 8400 is well-equipped to handle demanding tasks, from intensive gaming to seamless multitasking. Complementing this powerful SoC is up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage, ensuring smooth operation and ample space for apps, media, and files. To maintain optimal performance under heavy load, the Y300 GT incorporates a 7K Ice Dome VC liquid cooling system.   A standout feature of the vivo Y300 GT is its massive 7620mAh battery. This high-capacity battery promises exceptional endurance, allowing users to go through their day and beyond without constantly worrying about recharging. When the need for power arises, the phone supports 90W fast charging, enabling rapid replenishment of the battery. Vivo claims that this large battery will retain significant capacity even after extensive use over several years. The device also features bypass charging, which can help to reduce heat generation and improve performance while the phone is plugged in. In the camera department, the vivo Y300 GT features a dual rear camera setup. The primary sensor is a 50MP Sony LYT-600 sensor with a 1/1.95″ size and an f/1.79 aperture, equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for sharper, steadier photos and videos. This is accompanied by a 2MP depth sensor with an f/2.4 aperture for portrait mode effects. The rear camera is capable of recording 4K videos. For selfies and video calls, the device sports a 16MP front-facing camera with an f/2.45 aperture.   The vivo Y300 GT comes with Android 15 out of the box, layered with Vivo’s Origin OS 5. It is a dual-SIM device with support for 5G SA/NSA, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS, and NFC. Other notable features include an in-display fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers, and IP65 rating for dust and splash resistance, along with military-grade durability. The vivo Y300 GT is available in Desert Gold and Black color options. Pricing in China starts at CNY 1899 (approximately USD 263 or INR 22,565) for the 8GB + 256GB variant, going up to CNY 2399 (approximately USD 332 or INR 28,510) for the 12GB + 512GB model. The phone is already on sale in China, and details regarding its global availability are expected to be announced later.   The vivo Y300 GT appears to be a well-rounded smartphone that prioritizes performance, display quality, and exceptional battery life, making it an attractive option for users seeking a powerful and enduring mid-range device. Its specifications bear a strong resemblance to the recently launched iQOO Z10 Turbo, suggesting a possible rebranding strategy for different markets.