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vivo NEX S

vivo NEX S

Brand: VIVO
Category: Smart Phones
  • Display: 6.59" Inch
  • Camera: 12MP (2160p)
  • RAM: 8GB RAM
  • Processor: Snapdragon 845
  • Battery: 4000mAh
  • Launch Date: 2018, June
  • Storage: 128GB/256GB storage, no card slot
  • OS: Android 8.1, up to Android 9.0, Funtouch 6.6
  • Body: 199g, 8mm thickness

Specs

Network

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps

Launch

Announced 2018, June. Released 2018, June
Status Discontinued

Body

Dimensions 162 x 77 x 8 mm (6.38 x 3.03 x 0.31 in)
Weight 199 g (7.02 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type Super AMOLED
Size 6.59 inches, 107.3 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2316 pixels, 19.3:9 ratio (~388 ppi density)

Platform

OS Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 6.6
Chipset Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.7 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPU Adreno 630

Memory

Card slot No
Internal 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM

Main Camera

Primary Camera 12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 4-axis OIS
Second Camera 5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Primary Camera Motorized pop-up 8 MP, f/2.0
Video 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Alert Types 32-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio

Comms

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, BDS, GNSS
NFC No
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

Features

Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery

Type Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging 22.5W wired

Misc

Colors Black, Red
Models 1805, NEX S
Price About 700 EUR

Test Results

Performance AnTuTu: 287081 (v7), 351286 (v8)
GeekBench: 9160 (v4.4), 2252 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 34fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.012 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 71dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 91dB
Audio quality Noise -93.6dB / Crosstalk -93.8dB
Battery(old) Endurance rating 101h

EU LABEL

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

7.9
  • Design 9 / 10
  • Display 8 / 10
  • Camera 7 / 10
  • Auto Focus 8 / 10
  • Image Quality 8 / 10
  • Performance 9 / 10
  • Features 9 / 10
  • Connectivity 7 / 10
  • Call Quality 8 / 10
  • Multimedia 8 / 10
  • Usability 7 / 10
  • Video Quality 7 / 10
  • Battery 8 / 10

PROS

  1. Truly Bezel-less Display: The 6.59-inch Super AMOLED screen features no notch and minimal bezels, resulting in a 91.24% screen-to-body ratio.
  2. Innovative Pop-up Camera: The front camera elevates automatically, providing a unique and conversation-starting design element.
  3. High-End Performance: Equipped with a Snapdragon 845 processor and 8GB of RAM, it delivers flagship-level speed.
  4. In-Display Fingerprint Sensor: Features advanced third-generation under-display fingerprint technology for a clean look.
  5. Excellent Main Camera: The 12MP+5MP rear camera setup produces sharp, detailed photos in most lighting conditions.
  6. Screen SoundCasting Tech: The display acts as a speaker for calls, eliminating the need for a traditional earpiece speaker grill.
  7. Massive Battery Capacity: A 4,000mAh battery provides excellent, long-lasting battery life for heavy users.
  8. Premium Build Quality: The phone is solidly constructed with a glass-and-metal body that offers a premium feel.
  9. Fast Charging Support: Supports dual-engine quick charging, allowing the large battery to fill up rapidly.
  10. Retains 3.5mm Headphone Jack: Features a standard 3.5mm audio jack, which is rare in modern flagships.

CONS

  1. Unreliable Fingerprint Reader: The in-display sensor is often slower and less consistent than traditional physical sensors.
  2. Weak Selfie Camera: The 8MP pop-up camera produces over-saturated, soft, and mediocre results.
  3. No Face Recognition: Unlike many 2018 flagship competitors, it lacks a face unlock feature.
  4. No IP Rating: The phone lacks dust and water resistance, making it vulnerable to the elements.
  5. Heavier than Average: At 199 grams, it is notably heavier and bulkier than many other 2018 flagships.
  6. FunTouch OS Issues: The software is considered heavily inspired by iOS, lacks an app drawer, and can feel unpolished.
  7. No NFC Support: The lack of NFC prevents the use of contactless payments like Google Pay.
  8. No Wireless Charging: Despite having a glass back, the device does not support wireless charging.
  9. Bloatware and Regional Apps: The UI comes pre-installed with many non-removable applications.
  10. Difficult to Repair/No Protective Cover: The complex mechanism of the pop-up camera makes it difficult to repair if broken.

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