| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $700.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 140 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
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| 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 | Dual |
12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 4-axis OIS Auxiliary lens |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | Motorized pop-up 8 MP, f/2.0 |
| Features | Panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Features | 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 | |
| Our Tests | 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 |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the vivo NEX S
Advantages
- High-contrast AMOLED screen with punchy saturation and smooth motion
- Dependable daily multitasking and gaming stability powered by Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Fixed internal storage configuration without expandable MicroSD card support
- Polycarbonate exterior shell rather than premium glass or aluminum alloys
Taking a comprehensive view of its technical merits, the vivo NEX S demonstrates a thoughtful balance of hardware capabilities and refined design within vivo's catalog. Visual duties are assumed by a competent AMOLED screen measuring 6.59 inches , delivering high-definition clarity, balanced color temperatures, and generous dynamic range for reading and streaming.
Processing throughput is sustained by the well-matched Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm), offering dependable operational stability across varied software demands. Multitasking, web browsing, and multimedia applications execute with dependable rhythm and stable thermal dissipation. Photography needs are addressed with confidence by the primary optical setup—centered on a 12MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS)—which maintains pleasing clarity, controlled noise thresholds, and reliable low-light composure.
Longevity is anchored by a 4000mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to comfortably see users through full days of unhindered mobile operation. In conclusion, the vivo NEX S represents a sensible, thoroughly calibrated package that satisfies demanding real-world criteria across the board.
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