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vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£480RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.31 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP

vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB) 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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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

90%

8.0

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 87% of smartphones
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 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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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

â–²Better than 87%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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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â–² Better than 86% of models
Score components

25%

8.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

8.2

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.0

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

â–²Better than 86%
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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
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
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~ £480
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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 86% of models
Score components:

25%

8.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

8.2

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.0

Audio

3%

8.2

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
â–¼
<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 S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

8.0
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
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% 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 15
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% 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 & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 68.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.88 & f/2.2 & f/2.65
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.88 & f/2.2 & f/2.65 which is narrower than that of 78.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
32 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 32 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 42.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% 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
6.31 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.31 inches which is smaller than the screens of 88.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.3% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1216x 2640 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1216x2640 px which is higher than that of 75.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
461 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 461 ppi which is higher than that of 91.5% 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
6,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 82.4% of smartphones and equal to those in 2.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
90 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 90 W which is faster than in 86.6% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 3.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
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
?
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Height
150.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 150.8 mm which is shorter than 95.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
71.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.8 mm which is narrower than 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% 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
186 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 186 g which is lighter than 75.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
85,200 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 85,200 cm³ which is smaller than 82.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB) 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
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 30% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 4,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 2.73x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (90 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    90 W vs 33 W
  • 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
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 9.1% better value for money
    vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8 vs 7.3).
    8 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
  • 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
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2.44x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,299 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,299 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
  • 2.9x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (7,348 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    7,348 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
  • 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
  • 19.7% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (12,909 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    12,909 vs 10,783
  • 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, AI Clear Face, AI Reflection Remover, BlueHeart AI, Smart Scheduling
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 4,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 97% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1,300 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 660 nits
  • 16.7% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (461 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    461 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • 501.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1,395 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,395 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1216x2640 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1216x2640 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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.
  • 30% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2.73x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (90 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    90 W vs 33 W
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 12.8 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (150.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    150.8 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4.2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 5.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (186 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    186 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    May 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 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/1.88 & f/2.2 & f/2.65 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/1.88 & f/2.2 & f/2.65 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.
  • 0.36 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.31 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 84.6% more expensive
    vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£480 vs £260).
    £480 vs £260
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 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.
  • 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/1.88 & f/2.2 & f/2.65 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/1.88 & f/2.2 & f/2.65 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.
  • 0.36 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.31 inches vs 6.67 inches

Video reviews

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

9.0
VaibhavsTech
≈ estimated
06/06/2025
Hands-on review · camera, battery and display tests
Verdict
vivo S30 Pro mini is a compact flagship with strong performance and battery life, though zoom and the small keyboard are weak spots.
8.0
TechXReviews
≈ estimated
05/06/2025
Hands-on review · battery, gaming, camera and display tests
Verdict
vivo S30 Pro mini has a strong battery and camera, but gaming performance is not outstanding.
Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

rooh-e-seemanchal.in
02/06/2025
First impressions · Compact phone
Verdict
The vivo S30 Pro Mini is a compact phone with a 120Hz screen, all-day battery and 50MP camera, suiting people who want a powerful phone without a large body.
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go2android.de
09/05/2025
Summary of the review
Vivo S30 Pro Mini: A compact rival for the OnePlus 13s!
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB)

  • True compact form factor and comfortable in-hand feel, excellent for one-handed use and pocketability.
  • Outstandingly large 6500 mAh battery capacity for its size, offering excellent endurance (easily a full day of heavy use, sometimes two days with light use).
  • Fast 90W wired charging, which can charge the phone to full in under an hour.
  • Vibrant and bright 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and good outdoor visibility.
  • Flagship-grade performance and smooth multitasking for everyday tasks and moderate gaming, thanks to the powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor and ample RAM.
  • Strong and capable camera system, especially praised for its 50 MP main sensor, high-resolution 50 MP selfie camera, portrait quality, and low-light performance.
  • Premium build quality with a metal frame and glass back, and an IP68/69 water resistance rating.
  • Features modern connectivity options like 5G, Wi-Fi 6/7, NFC, and an IR blaster.

What customers don't like about vivo S30 Pro mini (16GB + 512GB)

  • The ultra-wide camera is considered subpar by some users.
  • The Chinese version's OriginOS software has some quirks for global users (e.g., occasional Chinese text in some built-in apps, some AI features requiring the cloud and Chinese results).
  • Requires some setup time for global users to install Google Play and disable bloatware/region-specific features.
  • Does not support wireless charging.
  • No official statement on the end-of-life for software support.
  • No Dolby Atmos support and the equalizer is hard to access.
  • The large camera bump causes the phone to wobble on a flat surface without a case.
  • Some users feel the main camera sensor could be better (e.g., Sony LYT 818) for its price point.

Verdict

The vivo S30 Pro Mini in the 16GB + 512GB configuration is a compact flagship smartphone featuring a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor and a sleek 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a stunning 5000 nits peak brightness. Its main characteristics include a versatile triple rear camera system (50MP main with OIS, 50MP 3x periscope telephoto, 8MP ultrawide) and a high-resolution 50MP selfie camera, both delivering strong low-light and portrait performance. A key pro is the incredibly large 6,500 mAh battery with 90W fast charging, defying the usual battery limitations of compact phones, all within a premium, IP68/IP69-rated aluminum frame chassis. Cons for users outside of China may include regional software variations (OriginOS 5) which can have quirks with non-Chinese apps, lack of a memory card slot, and potentially no global official warranty or support.

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