Vivo has unveiled the Y51 Pro 5G in India, upgrading from last year’s Y31 Pro with a bigger display, a stronger processor, and a battery that delivers extended usage. This midrange phone packs a 6.75-inch HD+ LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and tops out at 1250 nits brightness-ideal for outdoor use. The screen also features TÜV Rheinland certification, promising less blue light strain and reduced flicker for extended viewing sessions.
Under the hood, the Y51 Pro 5G runs on MediaTek’s Dimensity 7360 Turbo, a 4nm chip clocked up to 2.5GHz, replacing the older Dimensity 7300. It supports 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and offers UFS 3.1 storage options of 128GB or 256GB. Software-wise, it ships with the latest Android 16 layered with OriginOS 6. Connectivity includes 5G standalone and non-standalone modes, dual nano-SIM support, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and GPS with multiple satellite systems.
Photography setup isn’t flashy but effective: a 50MP main camera with f/1.8 aperture and a 2MP depth sensor on the back, capable of shooting 4K video. Selfies rely on an 8MP front camera with f/2.05 aperture. Where this phone really stands out is durability-it carries IP68 and IP69 certifications for dust and water resistance and meets the MIL-STD-810H military standard. Vivo also boasts an SGS 5-Star Premium Performance rating after the device survived multi-angle drops from nearly 1.7 meters.
The phone’s endurance is complemented by a 7200mAh battery with 44W fast charging, promising extended usage without frequent recharging. Physical features include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers, USB-C audio, and a weight of 219 grams. It measures about 8.4mm thick and is available in Festive Red or Noble Gold.
Pricing and availability for the Vivo Y51 Pro 5G are as follows:
- 8GB RAM / 128GB storage: Rs. 24,999
- 8GB RAM / 256GB storage: Rs. 27,999
The phone will be available via Vivo’s official channels, Flipkart, and retail outlets. Buyers can take advantage of launch offers including cashback up to Rs. 2,500, zero down payment EMI options, as well as extended warranty and screen protection discounts.
This refresh brings a solid package for those seeking ruggedness, long battery life, and decent performance in the midrange segment, where competition is heating up with devices from Xiaomi, Realme, and Samsung.