The Vivo V27 launched in India in March 2023 at Rs 32,999 for 8 GB plus 128 GB, aimed at style- and selfie-focused buyers. Its Magic Blue variant has a colour-changing back that shifts shade under sunlight, and the phone is slim and light despite its large display, positioning it against the Oppo Reno 8T and Samsung Galaxy A54.
The 6.78-inch curved AMOLED runs at 120Hz and looks premium. The MediaTek Dimensity 7200 was a new chip at the time, efficient and capable for everyday use and moderate gaming. Funtouch OS 13 on Android 13 is feature-rich and fluid, but it comes with a batch of preinstalled apps that need to be cleared out after setup.
Photography is the focus. The 50 MP Sony IMX766V main camera with OIS is paired with an 8 MP ultrawide and 2 MP macro, and the ring-shaped Aura Light gives soft, adjustable lighting for night portraits. The 50 MP autofocus front camera is excellent. The 4600 mAh battery with 66W charging lasts a day. Rivals offered more performance for the money, but few matched its portrait results.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 32,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | March 2023 |
| Segment | Upper mid-range |
| Display | 6.78-inch, Curved AMOLED, 120Hz, 1080 x 2400 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main (OIS) + 8 MP ultrawide + 2 MP macro |
| Front camera | 50 MP |
| Battery | 4600 mAh |
| Charging | 66W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 13, Funtouch OS 13 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Colours | Magic Blue, Noble Black |
What we like
- Colour-changing back design
- Aura Light for night portraits
- 50 MP autofocus selfie camera
- Slim and light
What could be better
- Performance modest for the price
- Preinstalled apps in Funtouch OS
- No official IP rating
Who should buy it
Style-conscious buyers who take a lot of selfies and night portraits.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (March 2023). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.