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vivo Y27 (2014)
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vivo Y27 (2014)

Released: 2014, December. Released 2014, DecemberStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
NFCNo
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.7 inches, 60.9 cm, 2, (~65.3% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandVivo
Modelvivo Y27 (2014)
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsWhite
ModelsY27L
SAR EU0.40 W/kg (head) 0.48 W/kg (body)
Single5 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight137 g (4.83 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 7
FeaturesLED flash
Internal16GB 1GB RAM
Released2014, December. Released 2014, December
Stand-byUp to 410 h (2G) / Up to 410 h (3G)
Announced2014, December. Released 2014, December
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 13 h (2G) / Up to 13 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions136.9 x 68.1 x 7 mm (5.39 x 2.68 x 0.28 in)
Music playUp to 32 h
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Infrared portYes

vivo Y27 (2014) Overview

About vivo Y27 (2014) vivo Y27 (2014) is a discontinued device from Vivo's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. vivo Y27 (2014) has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

vivo Y27 (2014) can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the vivo Y27 (2014)?

The vivo Y27 (2014) supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does vivo Y27 (2014) support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many vivo devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting vivo Y27 (2014) void warranty?

Yes, rooting the vivo Y27 (2014) will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does vivo Y27 (2014) run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your vivo Y27 (2014).