Should You Upgrade from the vivo Y17s to the vivo Y27s?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the vivo Y17s to the vivo Y27s.
Yes — the vivo Y27s is a worthwhile upgrade
The vivo Y27s is newer than the vivo Y17s, and the BeastScore rises from 79.3 to 82.0. The biggest improvements: performance rated 9 points higher, newer snapdragon 680 4g chipset (replaces mt6769 helio g85), 0.1" larger screen.
What you gain with the vivo Y27s
- +Performance rated 9 points higher
- +Newer Snapdragon 680 4G chipset (replaces MT6769 Helio G85)
- +0.1" larger screen
- +2 GB more RAM
| Spec | vivo Y17s | vivo Y27s | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 79.3 | 82.0 | +2.7 (3%) |
| Performance score | 70 | 79 | +9 (13%) |
| Camera score | 80 | 80 | No real change |
| Battery score | 86 | 86 | No real change |
| Display score | 84 | 84 | No real change |
| Chipset | MT6769 Helio G85 | Snapdragon 680 4G | New generation chip |
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | No real change |
| Screen size | 6.6" | 6.6" | +0.1" |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | No real change |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | No real change |
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB | +2 GB (33%) |
Upgrade if…
- You play demanding games or want the newest on-device AI features
vivo Y17s vs vivo Y27s: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the vivo Y17s to the vivo Y27s?
Yes — the vivo Y27s is a worthwhile upgrade. The vivo Y27s is newer than the vivo Y17s, and the BeastScore rises from 79.3 to 82.0. The biggest improvements: performance rated 9 points higher, newer snapdragon 680 4g chipset (replaces mt6769 helio g85), 0.1" larger screen.
What is the biggest difference between the vivo Y17s and vivo Y27s?
Performance rated 9 points higher: 70 on the vivo Y17s vs 79 on the vivo Y27s.
Does the vivo Y27s have a bigger battery than the vivo Y17s?
No — both have about the same battery capacity (5,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh).
Who should upgrade to the vivo Y27s?
Upgrade if: You play demanding games or want the newest on-device AI features.