Non-Stop 5G: vivo launches its new Y72 Series Smartphone

New vivo Y72 5G combines exceptional features with 5G connectivity; raising the bar for mid-tier smartphones

·         Complete with 5G connectivity, strong performance and advanced camera features, the new vivo Y72 5G builds on the highly popular 2020 Y Series

·         Runs vivo Funtouch OS based on Android 11 for a smooth user experience

vivo has launched the highly anticipated new model in its Y Series smartphone range across Europe. With a Non-Stop 5G approach, powerful performance, fresh design and advanced photography features, the Y72 5G combines great value and advanced capabilities, further strengthening vivo's position in the mid-range smartphone market and cementing the company's mission to bring its Perfect Shot philosophy to all price ranges; offering an affordable 5G smartphone that delivers the exceptional everyday features and value already appreciated by vivo Y Series users worldwide.

Enjoy everyday excellence with the Y72 5G

Building on the success of the 2020 generation, the Y72 5G model's vivid 6.58" FHD+ screen and ergonomically designed button layout, leading battery performance and camera experience makes it the perfect phone to keep up with your active daily life. Its built in 5G capabilities, meanwhile, are ready for the enhanced speed and faster downloads of tomorrow.

Whether exploring online or navigating the sleek and intuitive Android 11 based Funtouch OS - with an 'always-on' display for easy app use - its fast 5G connectivity paired with the MediaTek Dimensity 700 and 8GB RAM guarantees strong performance whether you're streaming, gaming or capturing photos. Combined with 128GB of storage, which can be expanded via a MicroSD card, the Y72 5G provides plenty of capacity for all your media and apps downloads. It also features the long-lasting 5000 mAh battery and, thanks to vivo 18W Fast Charge, super quick battery top-up to make sure your smartphone can keep up with you, 24/7.

Putting the camera first

vivo puts the camera first in our smartphones, so you can always capture the perfect shot; whether you're an amateur or skilled photographer. The Y72 5G rear facing camera system features three lenses with four main shooting functions: Ultra HD, ultra-wide angle, bokeh, and macro – which has you covered for snapping pictures and scenes from any distance.

The high resolution 64-Megapixel main camera offers electronic image stabilisation for blur-free and clear photos and videos, with the Super Night Mode perfect for capturing vibrant shots evening moments - from a concert to a candlelight dinner. Enjoy the world from a different perspective with the macro lens option for captivating close-ups at just 4cm away! For those wider group and breath-taking panoramic vistas, there is an 8-Megapixel wide angle camera. A 16-Megapixel front camera rounds-off the strong camera array, providing crisp selfies – even in low-light situations.

Fresh, sophisticated design

Designed for the ultimate intuitive and user friendly experience, a fast and reliable side-mounted fingerprint scanner means you can launch and use your smartphone with speed and ease - wherever and whenever you want. Complete with sleek shell designs to choose from such as Dream Glow, for its shifting colour finish and the elegance of Graphite Black, the Y72 5G looks and feels just like its premium counterparts.   

The vivo Y72 5G will be available in the UK from 17^th June, at a suggested retail price of £299.00.