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vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£550RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP

vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 87% of models
Score components

90%

8.0

Technical score

10%

?

User score

▲Better than 87% of smartphones
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

▲Better than 83%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.3

Design

▲Better than 86%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £550
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components:

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.3

Design

8.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

7.9
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus processor which is faster than processors in 94% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 92.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 66.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.0 which is narrower than that of 87.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
72 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 72 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 90.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.2 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.2 µm which is larger than in 83.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4.9% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.78 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1260x 2800 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1260x2800 px which is higher than that of 83.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
453 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 453 ppi which is higher than that of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,160 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,160 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 62.8% of smartphones and equal to those in 1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 120 W which is faster than in 94.4% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.5 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.5 mm which is shorter than 51.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Width
75.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.7 mm which is narrower than 56% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8 mm which is thinner than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.9% of smartphones.
Weight
190 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 190 g which is lighter than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 4.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,800 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,800 cm³ which is smaller than 46.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
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vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 4.74x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (14,766 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    14,766 vs 3,115
  • 41.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.84x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,676 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,676 vs 942
  • 7.6% better value for money
    vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.89 vs 7.3).
    7.89 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 4.74x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (14,766 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    14,766 vs 3,115
  • 41.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.84x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,676 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,676 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.4 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.4 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 9,300 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • 3x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 31.4% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,164 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,164 vs 10,783
  • 2.49x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (6,298 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    6,298 vs 2,533
  • 36.8% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1,300 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,300 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 3.09x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,880 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,880 vs 608
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 74.5% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 2.2x more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (22,700 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone includes 10,300 million transistors.
    22,700 million vs 10,300 million
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    BlueLM, Passerby Removal, AI Note Assist, AI Screen Translation
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.4 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 2 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (3 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    3 vs 1
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 2.12x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1,400 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,400 nits vs 660 nits
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (8000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    8,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1260x2800 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1260x2800 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 14.7% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (453 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    453 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 400 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1,400 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    1,400 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • 3.2% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5,160 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    5,160 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 3.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (190 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    190 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.3 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • Lacks ARM TrustZone
    This smartphone does not support ARM TrustZone, the average smartphone does. 98% of smartphones support ARM TrustZone.
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.12x more expensive
    vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£550 vs £260).
    £550 vs £260
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • Lacks ARM TrustZone
    This smartphone does not support ARM TrustZone, the average smartphone does. 98% of smartphones support ARM TrustZone.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Alex Hong
≈ estimated
25/06/2024
Hands-on review · gaming, heat and software tests
Verdict
vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro has strong gaming and software, but its China-only status makes it hard to recommend to everyone.
Not graded
Not graded

Third-party reviews

What customers like about vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • Extremely smooth and powerful performance for gaming and multitasking, often attributed to the flagship Dimensity 9300+ processor and dedicated Q1 gaming chip.
  • Excellent battery life, with users reporting 12-14 hours of normal use or up to 6 hours of heavy gaming.
  • Very fast 120W wired charging capability, which can top up the device in a short amount of time.
  • Good main camera (50MP primary sensor) that takes detailed pictures in various lighting conditions.
  • High-quality 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, praised for its quality and outdoor legibility.
  • Sleek and attractive design, with a solid build quality.
  • OriginOS offers a lot of customizability and useful features (on the China ROM version).
  • Good network and connectivity, including 5G support and Wi-Fi 6/7.
  • Considered good value for its powerful hardware specifications.

What customers don't like about vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • The camera software has some issues, such as color washing out in the gallery app and noise in low-light conditions.
  • Heating issues have been reported during intense usage, such as heavy gaming or charging, sometimes crossing 44°C.
  • Bloatware is present on the device, with some pre-installed apps that cannot be uninstalled.
  • Software experience (Funtouch OS) can be inconsistent, with some users reporting bugs, lag in certain apps, and an outdated/cluttered interface compared to competitors.
  • Lack of features important to some users, such as a 3.5mm headphone jack, expandable storage via microSD, or NFC in some regional variants.
  • The front camera and wide-angle lens are considered mediocre by some users.
  • The phone may have limited 5G band support in some regions compared to competitors, leading to potential network issues.
  • Users cannot easily unlock the bootloader or install custom ROMs, forcing them into the manufacturer's ecosystem.

Verdict

The vivo iQOO Neo9s Pro (16GB + 1TB) is a high-performance, gaming-centric smartphone, powered by the flagship MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor and featuring an expansive 16GB of RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage for lightning-fast speeds. Key specs include a vibrant 6.78-inch, 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, a versatile 50MP dual-camera system (wide and ultrawide lenses), and a robust 5160mAh battery that supports incredibly fast 120W wired charging, capable of reaching 40% in just 9 minutes. Main pros are its top-tier performance, excellent display quality, and rapid charging, making it a "flagship killer" for gaming enthusiasts. Potential cons include the presence of some pre-installed software (bloatware), an average 16MP selfie camera, the lack of a telephoto lens, no wireless charging, and limited global availability as it is primarily a China version device.

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