A sleek new contender in the budget 5G segment, tailored for Gen Z users
Vivo has today launched a new 5G device Vivo Y400 5G in the Indian market. Optimized for Gen Z, not only in the looks department but also on paper. Vivo is going all-in, with a fast Qualcomm chipset, a humongous 6000mAh battery, dual IP ratings, and a strong camera system that starts at the class-leading 50MP.
Here is our detailed coverage of the Vivo Y400 5G spread across specs, pricing, availability and launch-day offers Specifications Check prices Availability & Offers.
Vivo Y400 5G: Key Highlights at a Glance
- 6000mAh battery with blazing-fast 90W charging
- 50MP dual rear camera + 32MP front camera
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor
- 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate
- IP68 + IP69 rating with underwater photo support
- FunTouchSO 15 based on Android 15
- Available in Glam White and Olive Green
- Starting at ₹16,999 (expected)
A Design That Speaks to Gen Z
Clearly Vivo has design on the grey matter. The Y400 5G has a slick, slim profile, with minimal bezels and is available in two stylish colour options Glam White or Olive Green. It’s aimed at the youth market that will sacrifice looks for performance.
Immersive Display & Powerful Internals
Design-wise, the phone has a 6.67-inch Full HD+ notched AMOLED display that spans across 1080×2400 pixels and is incredibly bright with sharp colours and deep blacks essentially, it is a nice panel to look at. Moreover, its brightness is supported up to 1800 nits peak, and it can go at a refresh rate of up to 120Hz for the smoothest possible scrolling stable enough even when used under direct sunlight.
Under the hood, this device runs on the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 octa-core chipset that is an apt processor to yield a faster performance for day-to-day tasks along with smooth streaming and gaming actions.
The Vivo Y400 5G is available in two memory variants:
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage
- 8GB RAM + 256GB storage
The addition of a microSD card slot (for expandable storage) plus RAM boost features should mean multitasking won’t be an issue, even in the base iPhone.
AI-Driven Camera System
Photography is a major focus for the Y400 5G:
- Rear Camera: 50MP (f/1.8) main sensor + 2MP (f/2.4) depth sensor
- Front Camera: 32MP for selfies and video calls
And Vivo is further jazzing up the camera with some AI-based features, although they are yet to detail all those. Further it may carry modes like AI portrait, scene detection, smart night mode with some AI skin tone adjustments which are generally used by social media users and the vloggers too.
Next-Level Durability: IP68 + IP69 Ratings
That’s a tough combination to come by in this price class but thanks to dual IP68 and IP69 ratings, it manages near complete dust, water, and pressure proofing. Its water Resistant up to 2 meters for 30 minutes Vivo even includes features like:
- Underwater photography
- Wet-hand touch sensitivity
- Moisture detection alerts
- One-touch water ejection system
Thus, the Vivo Y400 5G not only looks stylish, it is also very durable.
Battery & Charging: A New Standard
Vivo says the battery is mated to 90W fast charging, which can top off from 1% to 100 in as fast as just 20 min. If those claims hold up in real life, it would become the segment’s new standard.
Those big numbers make for 2 day battery life from the 7500mAh battery, in which moderate users are ideal students, travellers, and content consumers.
Software: Android 15 + FunTouchSO 15
Under the hood, the smartphone runs on a FunTouch OS 15 based on Android 15. It is likely that this UI will add new personalization options, AI optimizations and service management of system resources. How polished this custom skin is still remains to be seen in the real world with the early user reviews.
Price in India and Availability
The sale of the Vivo Y400 5G in India will start from August 7, 2025 and will be sold through:
- Vivo India e-store
- Flipkart
- Amazon
- All partner retail outlets
However, Vivo has yet to officially confirm these prices, which are expected to begin at around ₹16,999.
Launch Offers
Better yet, Vivo is throwing in:
- Pre-booking benefits
- Cashback offers (likely via partner banks)
- No-cost EMI plans
- Exclusive bundles for early buyers
The deals will be available for the initial release window, so those who get in line early have a chance to save more.
Hacking Bharat Verdict: Worth the Hype?
In a market full of 5G phones, the main selling point of the Vivo Y400 5G is not some silly gimmick that no one will use anyway.
- Massive battery
- Fastest-in-class charging
- Sturdy IP-rated build
- Decent AI camera setup
- Appealing price
If Vivo gets the real-world performance and camera turning right, this has all the potential to be a success along similar lines under ₹20k mark for this year.
Final Thoughts
With the Vivo Y400 5G, it is evident that both smartphone makers are targeting a young audience who take style seriously and has an insatiable appetite for more performance. The Mix 2 packs in the best-in-the-category price-to-performance ratio that has been packing a punch for Xiaomi and has been selling like hot cakes in India.
We will be soon posting our full hands-on review, real-life charging tests and camera samples on Hacking Bharat channel so stay turned.
