YU Yutopia
The YU Yutopia is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2015).
2015 · Lower-mid-range · Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.2" · 146.6 x 72.7 x 7.2 mm (5.77 x 2.86 x 0.28 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm)
RAM4GB
Storage32GB
Main Camera21 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Razor-sharp 565 PPI display — text and images look crisp
✓5.2" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 159g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2015, December. Released 2015, December
Also Known As
Also known as YU Yutopia YU5050
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex A57 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), Cyanogen 12.1
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
565 ppi
Razor-sharp — text is crystal clear
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
21 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
159g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146.6 x 72.7 x 7.2 mm (5.77 x 2.86 x 0.28 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the YU Yutopia does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
No, the YU Yutopia does not have NFC.
No, the YU Yutopia charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC2).
Yes, the YU Yutopia supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The YU Yutopia SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM.
Yes, the YU Yutopia has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the YU Yutopia has stereo speakers.
The YU Yutopia ships with Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), Cyanogen 12.1.
The YU Yutopia uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
The YU Yutopia supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
The YU Yutopia has 4.1, A2DP, LE.
