vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) vs vivo Y55s (2017)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
vivo Y55L (vivo 1603)
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
vivo Y55s (2017)
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
vivo Y55s (2017)
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Even
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 1280 | 1280 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 720 |
| PPI | 282 | 282 |
| Screen-to-body | 69.1 | 69.1 |
Platform
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 | Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 505 | Adreno 306 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 | Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 |
| Process (nm) | 28 | 28 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 6 | 6 |
Memory
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 16GB 2GB RAM | 16GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 3GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP | 5 MP, f/2.2 |
Battery
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 2650 | 2730 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
Body
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | — | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) | Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 147.9 | 147.9 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Weight (g) | 142 | 142 |
| Width (mm) | 72.9 | 72.9 |
Launch
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2016, October | 2017, February. Released 2017, February |
| Status | Available. Released 2016, October | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 40 | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 40 - Malaysia, Vietnam |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 4.2 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | No | FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) | vivo Y55s (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both vivo Y55L (vivo 1603) and vivo Y55s (2017) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
vivo Y55s (2017) packs a 2730 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
vivo Y55s (2017) reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 13 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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