Introduction: The vivoY20 - An Affordable Daily Driver for Bangladesh

The vivo Y20, a low-cost smartphone, was launched in Bangladesh late in 2020. It is aimed at users who value battery life, usability, and design over pure power. The vivo Y20 features a Halo FullView 6.51" display with a Snapdragon processor and an enormous 5000mAh Battery. The vivo price for the Y20 in Bangladesh is competitive, starting at around BDT 13990. This offers a solid value within the entry-level market. The Y20 is a great choice for anyone who wants a simple, stylish phone that can handle the essentials. It's a good option for students, first time smartphone users, and those looking to upgrade their secondary phones. The vivo Y20 review will cover the Y20's specifications, its performance, its camera, user feedback and whether or not it is still a good option for 2025.

Unboxing & First Impressions - A Fresh Start for Budget Purchasers

The vivo Y20 is easy to unbox and feels familiar. This entry-level phone in Bangladesh should be. The vivo-Y20 comes with a micro-USB charger, SIM-ejector, clear protective case and the manuals.

The phone is surprisingly sturdy right out of the package. Glossy Polycarbonate gives the phone a modern, shiny touch, even though it is fingerprint-prone. It's quick and responsive. The scanner is integrated in the power button and mounted on its side. Funtouch OS 10.5, with its minimal, clean interface, is easy to boot.

Our first impression? It may not be a powerhouse, but the vivo is a stylish device that looks well put together. The vivo Y20 is clearly designed for young users and students in Bangladesh who are looking for stylish devices on a budget.

Bangladeshi youth are attracted to the simplicity of design and build quality.

The vivo Y20 is a smartphone that offers a stylish design for a low-cost price. The phone is available in a variety of colors, including Obsidian black and Nebula blue. It has a polycarbonate glossy back which mimics the look of glass. This finish is very reflective and will be appealing to young users looking for style but without having to spend extra.

The device's slim 8.4mm profile and weight of 192.3g give it a good grip. It doesn't look cheap, despite its plastic construction. The fingerprint sensor is mounted on the power button. This makes it easy to unlock the device.

It is comfortable to hold and can be easily manipulated with one hand. However, users who have smaller hands may find the frame a little large. In 2025 when most smartphones, even budget phones, will offer USB Type C port instead of micro-USB ports. The inclusion of the 3.5mm headphone port and triple slot (2 Sims + MicroSD) makes up for it.

The vivoY20 is a solid, stylish and ergonomic phone that comes at an affordable price. It also has a youthful, modern appeal.

Display: An aesthetically pleasing visual experience for daily use

The 6.51-inch Halo FullView LCD panel on the vivo is HD+ with 1600 x 768 pixels. Although it is not Full HD+, its visual quality is acceptable, particularly in Bangladesh, where price is a major factor. Its 20:9 ratio offers a larger screen that is ideal for browsing social media applications like Facebook or TikTok.

In indoor environments, the display is able to produce natural colors with good brightness and contrast. The display's visibility drops in bright sunlight. This can be an inconvenience when used outdoors, especially for street navigation or rickshaw rides.

The viewing angles are good, and eye protection is useful for reading long periods. The panel lacks HDR, but it is perfectly calibrated for everyday tasks such as YouTube streaming, WhatsApp conversations, or online classes using Zoom, Google Meet, etc.

The touch response is accurate and smooth, which makes it ideal for casual games such as Free Fire or Ludo. It is to be expected that the 60Hz refresh rate will not meet your needs.

The vivo Y20 display is not a flagship, but performs well in Bangladeshi situations, and especially with budget-conscious consumers who are looking for essential visual quality.

Performance: Limited to Power Users, but Reliable for Everyday Use

This vivo phone runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor 460, with 4GB RAM, and 64GB storage. It is a configuration that prioritizes affordability and efficiency over power. This configuration is ideal for Bangladeshi users who want to do everyday tasks such as messaging via WhatsApp, browsing Facebook and using the bKash/Nagad applications, or watching YouTube videos at 720p.

Multitasking heavy games or apps can slow down the launch of an app. Light games such as Subway Surfers and Clash of Clans will run smoothly, while resource-intensive titles like Call of Duty: Mobile, PUBG Mobile, or PUBG Mobile, must be played on low settings in order to prevent frame drops.

The phone's thermal performance remains stable even when playing light games or watching video. However, the eMMC storage is noticeably slower than UFS, which affects loading speeds and file transfers--particularly when switching between large apps or copying media files.

Adreno 610 is a GPU that supports video and casual gaming, but it's not the best for graphics. The vivo-Y20 will perform well for students and basic users who use their phones primarily to access social media, make video calls, or study online. In 2025, however, gamers or power users may be frustrated by the limits.

The Y20's benchmark scores may be modest, justifying its status as an entry-level phone, but in Bangladeshi daily usage it is a reliable performer, especially for users who do not push their devices too hard. Alternatives with G-series MediaTek chipsets or the newer Snapdragon chipets may offer better value if performance is your top priority.

The Operating System is a Basic but Clean Funtouch Experience

Funtouch OS 10.5 is pre-installed on the vivo Y20. It's based off Android 10. The OS is not up to date with the Android 11 features of newer phones, even though it was updated in Bangladesh. Funtouch OS, however, is known for being lightweight, with smooth animations and easy to use. It's perfect for those who are upgrading from feature phone users, or for anyone new.

Its control centre-style notifications and gesture navigation makes it feel similar to iOS. vivo has useful features such as Ultra Game Mode and iManager. These are particularly helpful for those who have dual accounts in apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, or Facebook Messenger.

There are bloatware applications that come preinstalled. You can remove them, but the apps still take space. The software updates are not frequent, and this could cause concern to those who want long-term Android Support.

In real life, however, it is clear that the UI has been optimized for hardware. The software is easy to use and stable for most Bangladeshi users. This includes students, working class individuals and even some university students. Although it isn't the most customizable, or features-rich phone on the market, its user interface delivers an enjoyable experience for this device's intended audience.

Capable for daylight, but limited in low light

The vivo Y20 has a triple camera system at the back, which includes a 13MP lens (f/2.2), a macro 2MP lens and a depth 2MP sensor. The front has an 8MP camera that's housed within a waterdrop-shaped notch. The vivo's Y20 camera is good for casual photography on Facebook and Instagram, particularly in Bangladesh.

The 13MP camera is good in daylight. The colors are very natural and the dynamic range acceptable, if not outstanding. The auto-focus works well, but is not very fast. Portrait Mode is enhanced by the depth sensor. It provides a solid edge detection and a clean blurred background, particularly for subjects like people.

Camera performance is noticeably lower in indoor or low-light environments. Photos can appear grainy and lose detail quickly. Night Mode is not included in vivo, which makes it a major omission when competitors such as Redmi 9 provide this feature even at the same price.

Only in ideal lighting can the 2MP macro camera be used. While basic, the selfie camera is adequate for selfies and video calls in bright light. The Beauty Mode is set to aggressive, and may be appealing to young users in Bangladesh. However, it can be adjusted for a more natural look.

The maximum video recording resolution is 1080p@30fps without stabilization. The result is shaky video if you're recording handheld. However, this can be acceptable for shorter clips and vlogs on platforms such as TikTok.

The vivo camera is best suited to casual users, who prefer shooting in daylight or quick sharing on social media. Mobile photographers who are serious will find these limitations to be too severe, particularly in difficult lighting conditions.

Charge your battery slowly for long-lasting power

The battery of the vivo is a huge 5000mAh, and this makes it a strong seller in Bangladesh. The phone can easily run for two days with moderate use (social media, calling, watching YouTube and texting). The battery can comfortably last a day for even heavy users.

The battery's endurance makes it ideal for rural users, students and office workers who are frequently affected by power outages. Even apps like Facebook, IMO and bKash, or extended YouTube and Free Fire sessions, don't deplete the battery.

The charging speed, however, is where the phone falls short. It takes more than 2.5 hours for the phone to charge fully from 0% up to 100% using only micro-USB. This is outdated in 2025. Many budget phones offer USB Type C fast charging at 18W and even 22W.

The battery life is still excellent, especially for the price, and it's perfect for Bangladeshi customers who want all-day dependability. Just be aware that charging will take longer when the battery runs low.

The Basics of Connectivity for Bangladeshi Users

The vivoY20 is a dual SIM phone (NanoSIM), with dual standby. This makes it ideal for Bangladeshi users, who often switch between Grameenphone and Robi networks, as well as Banglalink. The phone is 4G LTE compatible and we were able to test it in both semi-rural and urban areas. We also found that the network reception was stable, with clear video calls and smooth streaming on VoLTE.

The Wi-Fi network performs well on the 2.4GHz band, but dual-band (5GHz) Wi-Fi is not supported. This limits wireless speeds at home and in offices that have high-speed routers. This is a significant drawback for 2025.

Bluetooth 5.0 provides good stability for wireless earbuds. GPS accuracy is sufficient to use Google Maps and Pathao. The micro-USB connector instead of USB Type-C is outdated when it comes to file transfer and charging.

It is good to have a headphone jack of the 3.5mm type, as many users still use wired headphones in Bangladesh. No NFC means that Tap & Pay and advanced payment options are not available. However, this will be of little concern to most users in Bangladesh.

The vivo Y20 is a reliable budget phone with a good set of connectivity features. However, it lags behind other modern phones when it comes to Wi-Fi technology and ports.

Choose the right storage option for your everyday use

In Bangladesh, the vivo is only available with one storage configuration.

• 8GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage

The setup can be used for simple tasks like:

• Browse social media (e.g. Facebook, Instagram).
• Messenger (e.g. WhatsApp)
• YouTube, TikTok, etc.)
• Subway Surfers and Ludostar are examples of light gaming

The device has a microSD slot that allows users to add up to an extra 256GB of storage. The feature can be useful for the following:

• Storage of photos and videos
• You can download offline content
• Save documents and files

It's also important to know that vivo uses eMMC storage, which has a slower speed than UFS, the storage used in high-end devices. It may lead to:

• Longer app load times
• File transfers are slower
• Delayed app installations

The vivo Y20 provides adequate storage for users who have moderate needs. Although the expandable storage option offers flexibility, users who require faster data access may be limited by the eMMC 5.1.

The sound quality is adequate for casual listening

The vivoY20 has a bottom-firing single speaker that delivers average audio quality. The speaker is adequate for casual listening such as when watching videos and attending video calls. However, at high volumes the clarity of the speaker can be affected, resulting in distortion.

The inclusion of the 3.5mm headphone socket is an important feature for users in Bangladesh where there are still many people using wired headphones. The 3.5mm headphone jack allows for an immersive audio experience when used with wired headphones.

The device also supports Bluetooth 5.0 and the SBC codec to ensure stable wireless audio connection with Bluetooth compatible devices.

The vivo Y20 provides a satisfactory level of sound for daily use. For audiophiles and those who are looking for superior sound experiences, it is best to invest in high-quality wired or Bluetooth headphones.

Unique Features: Practical Enhancements for Everyday Use

The vivo Y20 is a smartphone that offers a number of features to satisfy the demands of Bangladeshi consumers who are looking for reliability and simplicity in their phones.

Side-Mounted Fingerprint Scanner

A side mounted fingerprint scanner allows quick and safe unlocking. The device can be accessed in 0.22 seconds by the user, increasing convenience and security.

Multi-card Slot Expandable Storage

The Y20 is equipped with three card slots, including a dual SIM card and microSD for expanded storage. The Y20 is a great option for those who need more space to store apps, videos, or photos.

Long-Lasting Battery 5000mAh

This battery is rated at 5000mAh and allows users to use their phone for longer periods of time without having to charge it frequently. It is perfect for people who use their phone for various purposes throughout the day.

The 2.5D curve body design is ergonomic and comfortable.

Y20 has a 2.5D curved design that provides a smooth and comfortable appearance. Its ergonomic design allows it to fit comfortably in your hand and is suitable for long-term use.

The Eye Protection Mod

This mode filters harmful blue light to reduce eye fatigue during prolonged screen use. Users who read or browse on their device for long periods of time will benefit from this feature.

The vivo Y20 is a great smartphone for Bangladeshi users who are looking for a device that combines user-friendly features with functionality.

Verdict: Solid Budget Choice with Key Features

The vivo Y20 offers a full-featured smartphone at a price that is affordable in Bangladesh. It's an excellent choice for everyday tasks such as browsing the web, using social media and playing light games. Its appeal is further enhanced by the addition of an expandable memory and a fingerprint sensor mounted on its side.

For users who are looking for advanced gaming features or high performance processing, the Redmi 9 and Realme Narzo 30A could be a better choice. The vivo Y20 is a good choice if battery life and a user-friendly experience are important to you.

Price and Value for Money: A Budget-Friendly Choice

The vivo Y20 is a great value in Bangladesh. The vivo Y20, which is officially priced at BDT 13990 for the 64GB variant with 4GB RAM, stands out as a budget option. The Y20 is a good option for consumers who are looking to save money, as smartphones that have similar specs often cost more than BDT 15,000.

The Key Values

• It is equipped with a battery of 5000mAh, which allows for extended use, and reduces the need to charge it frequently.
• Performance: The Snapdragon 460 processor allows it to handle everyday tasks, such as browsing the web, using social media and playing light games.
• The sleek, 6.51" HD+ screen provides a great viewing experience.
• Included is a fingerprint reader mounted on the side for increased security.

The vivoY20 is a good choice for those who want reliability and don't mind spending a little extra.

Target Audience Suitability: Ideal for Budget-Conscious Users

The vivo Y20 was designed for Bangladeshi users who want a good smartphone at a reasonable price. Its affordable price (around BDT 13990) makes it a good choice for casual smartphone users, students and young professionals who use their phone primarily for messaging, social media and media consumption.

Its battery of 5000mAh ensures that the phone can be used for long periods. This makes it a great choice for users who want a durable device. The phone's camera will also be a bonus for anyone who is interested in basic photography. Those looking for high-end gaming performance or advanced gaming may be better off with options slightly more expensive.

The vivo Y20 offers a great user experience, a long-lasting battery and dependable performance at surprisingly affordable prices.

Availability and After-Sales Support in Bangladesh

The vivo Y20 can be purchased in Bangladesh via both authorized and official channels. The device is available from a variety of retail outlets as well as online.

Authorized Service Centers

In Bangladesh, vivo offers a comprehensive after-sales service to its customers. There are currently 123 service centers authorized in Bangladesh, which provide services like repair, inspections, system upgrades, etc.

Warranty and Repair Services

The vivoY20 is covered by a one-year maintenance warranty, as well as a six-month warranty on local repairs for the accessories such the charger, battery, USB cable and earphones. This warranty covers all functional defects from the date of purchase. These services are available at any authorized service centre.

Customer Service

Customers can reach vivo Bangladesh via:

• Hotline: +8809610991079
• Email: service.bd@vivo.com
• Live Chat:

Customers can also book appointments through the support portal and track repair progress.

Accessories are available

Authorized retailers, such as Etel, sell original accessories, like batteries, display components and charging parts, for the vivo Y20.

The vivo Y20 provides comprehensive support after the sale in Bangladesh. Users have access to repair services, warranty, and original accessories. This contributes to a pleasant ownership experience.

Conclusion: A Solid Budget Smartphone with Key Features

The vivo Y20 is a great option for those looking to buy a smartphone at a reasonable price in Bangladesh. It strikes the right balance between affordability and performance with its Snapdragon 460 processor and long-lasting battery of 5000mAh.

It may not be suitable for those who are power users, or want cutting edge features such as 5G connectivity and advanced gaming performance. However, this smartphone excels at meeting the needs of the average user. Its affordable price and solid after-sales service make it an excellent choice for casual, professional, or student users.

The vivo Y20 is a great choice for those who are looking for a daily driver that will last. The vivoY20 can be a good choice if you are looking for an affordable device that will do the job without making too many compromises.