SHORTLY after bringing us the Y36 midrange phone, vivo is poised to complete their product line-up this year with the entry-level vivo Y27, the brand's most fun and economical smartphone to date.

The vivo Y27 may be an affordable smartphone, but it does offer a lot in terms of aesthetics and functionality. Giving a closer look at the Burgundy Black model that we have, we couldn't help but notice how the black color shifts to a sparkly dark purple under the light. This, along with the phone's metal frame, gives the Y27 a premium look and feel.

Further inspecting the body of the phone, you'll find the dual SIM tray slot on top that also offers a microSD card expansion, power and volume rockers on the right side, and finally, a USB-C port and headphone jack on the bottom.

Now, let's talk about the highlights of this entry-level phone. Equipped with a MediaTek Helio G85 8-core processor, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage, the vivo Y27 offers smooth performance in both gaming and daily tasks. As tested, this phone had no trouble running mobile esports games like Mobile Legends, Call of Duty Mobile and PUBG Mobile.

You could even enable vivo's Memory Booster feature that optimizes the phone's performance and use the Extended RAM to add up to 6 GB of memory (sacrificing a bit of storage space for the virtual RAM) for smoother overall performance.

Ultra Game Mode is also available, which optimizes the phone's system resources and prioritizes running your game smoothly while disabling unnecessary distractions like notifications at the same time so you can focus on winning your Call of Duty Mobile match.

Afraid of running out of battery throughout the day? Don't worry, because the Y27 is packed with a 5,000 mAh battery that should last you more than a day.

If you need to juice up quickly, the 44 W Fast Charging feature could give you at least 50 percent battery charge in less than 30 minutes. vivo also has Nighttime Overcharging Protection on this phone, so you don't have to worry about leaving your phone plugged in at night.

For the cameras, the Y27 is equipped with a main 50 MP camera paired with a 2 MP depth camera that work together to capture detailed and beautiful photos. The 8 MP selfie camera also performs well in optimal lighting conditions, allowing you to take instagrammable selfies all the time. Despite the entry-level price point, the Y27's camera software is feature-packed with different modes and filters that allow for some really creative shots.

The vivo Y27 is a budget-friendly smartphone that doesn't compromise on both performance and aesthetics. The color-shifting Burgundy Black design is fun; it has a powerful 8-core processor, large RAM and internal storage; and it also has a large battery that supports fast charging. It also has features that enhance the gaming experience, such as Memory Booster and Ultra Game Mode. If you are looking for a fun and economical smartphone, the vivo Y27 is a great choice.

Priced at P8,999 SRP, the vivo Y27 is making its way to the Philippines in two colors: Burgundy Black and Sea Blue.