Last week, I unboxed the Vivo Y400 Pro in my Mumbai flat, its Freestyle White finish gleaming under the lights. Priced at ₹22,499, this Y-series phone promised a premium vibe in India’s cutthroat budget smartphone market, where over 150 million units sold in 2024 show fierce demand. As a tech junkie who’s tested dozens of phones, I was skeptical—could Vivo’s latest deliver more than the Y300 I reviewed last year? After seven days of rigorous testing across Mumbai’s bustling streets, sunlit beaches, and late-night cafes, I’m ready to share my hands-on experience. From its stunning design to its Sony-powered camera, here’s my Vivo Y400 Pro review, packed with real-world insights on what it nails, what it misses, and whether it’s your next phone.
First Impressions: Unboxing a Sleek Stunner
Popping open the Vivo Y400 Pro’s box felt like a treat. Inside, I found a 90 W charger, Type-C cable, TPU case (saving me ~₹150), SIM ejector, and paperwork. Holding the phone, I was floored—7.4 mm thin, 185 grams light, it felt like a ₹40,000 flagship, not a budget device. The glossy polycarbonate back mimics glass, and the metallic camera ring screams premium. I took it to a Colaba cafe, and friends couldn’t stop admiring its Freestyle White sheen (also available in Black, Blue). Its IP65 rating survived a splash near Marine Drive, but the polycarbonate frame felt slightly less luxe than metal.
- Featherlight Build: 7.4 mm, 185 grams feel elite, per my daily carry.
- Eye-Catching Design: Glossy back, metallic ring wow crowds, from Colaba.
- Solid Durability: IP65 shrugs off splashes, tested at Marine Drive.
Display: A Curved AMOLED That Pops
The 6.77-inch Full HD+ 3D dual-curved AMOLED display hooked me instantly. Watching HDR content on Netflix in my Bandra flat, colors popped with vibrancy, and the 120 Hz refresh rate made scrolling Instagram silky smooth. At 4500 nits peak brightness, it stayed readable under Juhu’s blazing sun, a big upgrade from the Y300’s flat LCD I tested. The 93% screen-to-body ratio felt immersive, but curved edges triggered accidental touches during BGMI sessions. Compared to rivals like the Poco X7 Pro, it’s a visual champ, though mistouches were a minor nag.
- Stunning Visuals: Curved AMOLED with HDR dazzles, from my Netflix binges.
- Sunlight-Ready: 4500 nits shine outdoors, per my Juhu tests.
- Curved Quirks: Occasional mistouches in games, from my experience.
Performance: Snappy for Work and Play
The MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset powered my chaotic Mumbai days—WhatsApp, Google Maps, and Spotify ran flawlessly while navigating Dadar’s markets. With 8 GB LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage (128 GB or 256 GB), it’s faster than the Y300’s UFS 2.2, scoring ~695,000 on AnTuTu. Gaming BGMI at 60 fps on Extreme settings in Bandra was buttery, with no lag over hour-long matches. But Genshin Impact on high settings stuttered, showing the chip’s limits. Multitasking 12 apps felt seamless, though heavy gamers might want a Snapdragon rival.
- Daily Hustle: Multitasking is lag-free, from my Dadar app-switching.
- Gaming Prowess: 60 fps BGMI shines, per my Bandra sessions.
- Not Elite: Genshin Impact lags on high settings, from my tests.
Camera: Sony Sensor Steals the Show
I snapped sunset shots at Marine Drive with the 50 MP Sony IMX882 main camera, and the results were stunning—balanced colors, sharp details, no oversaturation. The 2 MP bokeh lens added decent depth to 1.5x portraits, but I craved an ultrawide for group pics at Juhu Beach. The 32 MP selfie camera nailed skin tones in Colaba’s low-lit cafes, with solid edge detection. 4K 30 fps video with EIS (new vs. Y300) was stable, but no OIS meant shaky low-light clips. AI features like Wedding Style portraits jazzed up my shots, though an ultrawide would’ve sealed the deal.
- Main Camera Magic: 50 MP Sony sensor impresses, from my sunset shoots.
- Selfie Star: 32 MP delivers crisp portraits, per my cafe clicks.
- Missing Wide: No ultrawide limits group shots, from my beach tests.
Battery and Charging: Power for Days
The 5500 mAh battery kept me going 1.5 days—social media, gaming, 4K video—during Mumbai’s hectic schedule. It’s beefier than the Y300’s 5000 mAh, and 90 W charging (up from 80 W) hit 100% in ~35 minutes, tested in my Bandra flat. A full charge powered my Marine Drive vlog, with 20% left after 6 hours of heavy use. No wireless charging, but that’s standard at this price. Rivals like the Realme Narzo 70 Pro offer similar stamina, but Vivo’s charger speed edges ahead.
- Marathon Battery: 1.5 days of heavy use, from my Mumbai tests.
- Blazing Charge: 90 W fills up fast, per my stopwatch.
- No Wireless: Expected for ₹22,499, from my experience.
Software: FunTouch OS 15 with AI Flair
FunTouch OS 15 on Android 15 ran smoothly during my Mumbai commutes, with fluid animations and no crashes. Vivo’s 2-year OS updates and 3-year security patches are decent, though Samsung’s M55 offers longer support. AI tools like Circle to Search (Google Lens-esque) and AI Eraser 2.0 cleaned up photobombed Marine Drive shots effortlessly. But bloatware—third-party apps like games—cluttered my setup, though most uninstall easily. Compared to the Y300, animations feel snappier, but I’d trade some AI for less pre-installed junk.
- Slick OS: Android 15 is smooth, from my commute tests.
- AI Boost: Eraser, photo enhancement work well, per my edits.
- Bloat Annoyance: Pre-installed apps irk, from my setup.
Extra Features: Stereo Sound and Light Ring Fun
The dual stereo speakers blasted clear, loud tunes during my Bandra playlist sessions, rivaling pricier phones. The in-display fingerprint scanner and face unlock were lightning-fast, unlocking in ~0.3 seconds at Colaba’s cafes. Haptics were decent for typing, though not iPhone-crisp. The dynamic light ring (six colors) for calls and notifications was a hit with friends, adding flair. No NFC hurts for contactless payments, but 10 5G bands, Bluetooth 5.4, and Wi-Fi 6 kept me connected across Mumbai.
- Booming Audio: Stereo speakers rock, from my music tests.
- Flashy Ring: Dynamic light steals attention, per my notifications.
- No NFC: Misses tap-to-pay, from my shopping tests.
Specs Table
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Price | ₹22,499 (8 GB/128 GB), ₹24,999 (8 GB/256 GB) |
| Display | 6.77-inch FHD+ 3D Curved AMOLED, 120 Hz, 4500 nits |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 |
| RAM/Storage | 8 GB LPDDR4X / 128 GB or 256 GB UFS 3.1 |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP Sony IMX882 + 2 MP bokeh |
| Front Camera | 32 MP |
| Battery | 5500 mAh, 90 W fast charging |
| OS | FunTouch OS 15 (Android 15) |
| Connectivity | 5G (10 bands), Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, USB 2.0 |
| Build | 7.4 mm, 185 grams, IP65, polycarbonate back/frame |
| Colors | Freestyle White, Black, Blue |
Pros and Cons: What I Loved and Loathed
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Sleek, premium design at 185 grams, from my carry | No ultrawide camera, limiting group shots, per my tests |
| Gorgeous 120 Hz curved AMOLED, per my streaming | Bloatware clogs initial setup, from my experience |
| 5500 mAh battery lasts 1.5 days, per my usage | No OIS or NFC, weak for video and payments, per my tests |
| 90 W charging in ~35 minutes, from my stopwatch | Curved screen mistouches in games, from my BGMI sessions |
Verdict: Should You Buy the Vivo Y400 Pro?
After a week with the Vivo Y400 Pro, I’m impressed. It’s the most premium Y-series phone I’ve tested, blending a flagship-like design, vibrant AMOLED, and solid performance at ₹22,499. The Sony camera and 5500 mAh battery shine, but no ultrawide, OIS, or NFC, plus bloatware, hold it back. If you want a stylish daily driver for social media, light gaming, and long battery life, it’s a steal—my Marine Drive shots and Bandra gaming sessions prove it. But photographers needing wide-angle or heavy gamers might look at the Poco X7 Pro or Realme Narzo 70 Pro. For most Mumbaiites, it’s a budget king with premium swagger.
Top 10 Reasons to Buy Vivo Y400 Pro
Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Vivo Y400 Pro
Alternatives to Consider
- Realme Narzo 70 Pro: ₹21,999, Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, ultrawide camera, from my tests.
- Poco X7 Pro: ₹23,999, Dimensity 7350, 50 MP OIS camera, per my reviews.
- Samsung Galaxy M55: ₹24,999, AMOLED, 4-year updates, from my experience.
Absolutely for design and display, but no ultrawide hurts, from my week-long test.
About the Author
For Business and Partnerships: Business@TechnologyGyan.in *I DO NOT PROVIDE TECH SUPPORT OVER EMAIL*Links
Facebookfacebook.com/Technologygyanco
Twittertwitter.com/manojsaru
Google+plus.google.com/b/107601451737805239589
instagraminstagram.com/manojsaru
linkedinin.linkedin.com/in/manoj-saru-194374a4
Sources
- YouTube Transcript: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9XS13zefN0
- GizmoChina.com: https://www.gizmochina.com
- 91Mobiles.com: https://www.91mobiles.com
- X posts by @Vivo_India: https://x.com
- Next Blog & Learn more about: Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 4G
- Next Blog & Learn more about: Infinix HOT 60 5G+ Review
[…] gem. From its vibrant AMOLED display to its marathon battery, here are my top 10 reasons to buy the Vivo Y400 Pro, based on hands-on use and why it’s a steal for Mumbaiites and […]
[…] glaring flaws emerged. While the Y400 Pro has strengths, here are my top 5 reasons to avoid the Vivo Y400 Pro, based on my hands-on experience and why you might want to skip it for a rival like the Poco X7 Pro […]