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vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£460RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.56 inchesMain camera megapixels:2 MP & 12 MP & 50 MP

vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 68% of smartphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

â–²Better than 58%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
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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
â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.3

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

â–²Better than 69%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £460
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
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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
â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components:

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.3

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

7.3
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

7.5
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 8100
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor which is faster than processors in 69.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.85 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.85 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 73.1% 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 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% 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
2 MP & 12 MP & 50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 2 MP & 12 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 57.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 83% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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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
6.56 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.56 inches which is smaller than the screens of 72.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 3.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2376 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2376 px which is lower than that of 66.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
398 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 398 ppi which is higher than that of 54.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
80 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 80 W which is faster than in 78.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 7.4% 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
158.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.9 mm which is shorter than 83.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
73.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.5 mm which is narrower than 87.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.6 mm which is thicker than 65% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.9% of smartphones.
Weight
188 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 188 g which is lighter than 70.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
92,272 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 92,272 cm³ which is smaller than 65.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
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vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2.42x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    80 W vs 33 W
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • 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
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 18.8% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.85 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 90.5% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,934 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,934 vs 3,115
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 53.7% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,893 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,893 vs 2,533
  • 54.2% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (5,900 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    5,900 vs 3,825
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 31.5% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1,612 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,612 vs 1,226
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 8100 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 8,100 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (2 MP & 12 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    2 MP & 12 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 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 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 (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 500 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1,500 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    1,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 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
  • 0.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (398 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    398 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 2.42x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    80 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 4.7 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (188 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    188 g vs 196.2 g
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 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/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 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
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 76.9% more expensive
    vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£460 vs £260).
    £460 vs £260
  • 9.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (860 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    860 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 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/2.2 & f/2.4 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.
  • 0.11 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.56 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2376 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2376 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    May 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 0.3 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB)

  • Users praise its strong performance, suitable for gaming and daily tasks, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100/1300 chipset.
  • The 6.56-inch AMOLED 120Hz display with E5 technology and 1500 nits peak brightness is highly regarded for its vibrant visuals and smoothness.
  • Battery life is generally considered excellent, with some users reporting it lasts all day even under heavy use, complemented by 80W fast charging support.
  • The camera system receives positive feedback for producing sharp, vibrant photos with good detail, OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), night mode, and a quality selfie camera.
  • The phone features good quality stereo speakers for a better audio experience.
  • Its design and build quality are often seen as a strength, with good in-hand feel (curved screen design, 188g weight).
  • It offers good value for its price point compared to some flagships.

What customers don't like about vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB)

  • Camera quality receives some mixed feedback, with a few users feeling it doesn't quite live up to the high specifications on paper.
  • Some users note the lack of features like wireless charging, expandable storage (no microSD card slot), and Gorilla Glass protection.
  • Video recording quality can be subpar, specifically lacking gyro-EIS for stabilization and appearing choppy in some cases.
  • The curved screen design can make the phone uncomfortable to hold for some users due to sharp sides.
  • It may get slightly warm when running demanding games for extended periods.
  • Some users reported minor software glitches, like occasional app crashing or system slowness in specific situations, though overall performance is smooth.

Verdict

The vivo S15 Pro (12GB + 256GB) is a performance-focused smartphone featuring a 6.56-inch, 120Hz AMOLED display with HDR10+ support and a peak brightness of 1500 nits, powered by the efficient 5nm MediaTek Dimensity 8100 5G processor and a Mali-G610 MC6 GPU. Key pros include its smooth performance for gaming and multitasking thanks to the powerful chipset and LPDDR5 RAM, a versatile 50MP main camera (Sony IMX766V sensor) with OIS, fast 80W wired charging that replenishes 70% of the 4500mAh battery in just 18 minutes, and the inclusion of stereo speakers and Wi-Fi 6 support. Potential cons are the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack, no expandable storage via a microSD card slot, no wireless charging support, and the absence of an official IP rating for water or dust resistance.

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