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vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£770RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.74 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 12 MP

vivo X Flip (12GB + 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.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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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Score components

90%

7.6

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 76% of smartphones
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 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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Score components

25%

8.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.5

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.3

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

â–²Better than 77% of smartphones
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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
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Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £770
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 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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Score components:

25%

8.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.5

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.3

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

7.6
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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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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Popularity:
vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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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Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

6.5

Price

7.2
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor which is faster than processors in 84.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
RAM capacity
12 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
512 GB
Internal storage
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
3.2 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
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 & 12 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 12 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 57.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 52.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Main camera sensor area
50 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
Main camera pixel size
1 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
Number of SIM slots
2
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
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.74 inches
Screen size
6.74 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.74 inches which is larger than the screens of 65.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2520 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2520 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2520 px which is higher than that of 70.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
407 ppi
Pixel density
407 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 407 ppi which is higher than that of 66.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 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
4,400 mAh
Battery capacity
4,400 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,400 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 84.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
44 W
Charging speed
44 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 44 W which is faster than in 54.5% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 2.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
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
3
Number of microphones
3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
166.4 mm
Height
166.4 mm
This smartphone has a height of 166.4 mm which is taller than 77.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
75.3 mm
Width
75.3 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.3 mm which is narrower than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
Thickness
7.8 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
198 g
Weight
198 g
This smartphone weighs 198 g which is heavier than 52.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
87,150 cm³
Device volume
87,150 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 87,150 cm³ which is smaller than 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    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
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.2 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    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
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    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
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 3.2 GHz & 3 x 2.75 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 79.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,695
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,695 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,695 vs 942
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    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
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.2 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    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
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 3.2 GHz & 3 x 2.75 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 79.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,695
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,695 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,695 vs 942
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Better processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x more L3 cache
    L3 cache
    8,192 KB
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 71.3% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    4,338
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,338 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,338 vs 2,533
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    OpenGL version
    3.3
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    51.2 GB/s
    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
  • 2.18x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    2,671
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,671 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,671 vs 1,226
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    16 GB
    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
  • 2x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    512
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (512 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    512 vs 256
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    3,200 MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Jovi AI Assistant, AI Beauty, AI Makeup, AI Scene Recognition
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    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
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    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 laser autofocus
    Laser autofocus
    yes
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    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
    Main camera pixel size
    1.0 µm
    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
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    32 MP
    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
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP & 12 MP
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    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
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    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 HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 51.5% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,000 nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1080 x 2520 px
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2520 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2520 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has a secondary display
    Secondary display
    yes
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 0.07 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.74 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.74 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 3% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    407 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (407 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    407 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 133.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    GSMArena max display brightness
    1,027 nits
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1027 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,027 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 33.3% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    44 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (44 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    44 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    aptX Lossless
    yes
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    3
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Has FM radio
    FM radio
    yes
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Is designed for seniors
    Suitable for seniors
    yes
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.8 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 0.7 mm narrower
    Width
    75.3 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    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
    Memory card slot
    no
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.2
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 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/1.8 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 12% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,400 mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4400 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.5
    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
  • 2.96x more expensive
    vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£770 vs £260).
    £770 vs £260
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    900 MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 2.96x more expensive
    vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£770 vs £260).
    £770 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 1.3% worse value for money
    vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.24 vs 7.3).
    7.24 vs 7.34
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    900 MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 13
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.2
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 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/1.8 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.5
    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
    Memory card slot
    no
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 12% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,400 mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4400 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 2.8 mm taller
    Height
    166.4 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (166.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    166.4 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2023
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    April 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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What we like about vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB)

  • Excellent, class-leading camera system for a flip phone, with useful cover screen integration for photos.
  • Largest battery capacity (4,400mAh) among clamshell foldables at launch, offering good all-day endurance.
  • Sleek and premium design with an almost invisible or barely noticeable display crease due to the advanced waterdrop hinge.
  • Good overall performance powered by the capable Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor.
  • Bright and smooth 120Hz LTPO AMOLED main display.
  • Fast 44W wired charging, which is better than many competitors.
  • The hinge can hold various angles (60 to 120 degrees), functioning as a built-in tripod for photos and video calls.
  • Includes stereo speakers, providing good audio quality.

What we don't like about vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB)

  • No wireless charging capability.
  • The cover screen software is limited and doesn't run full apps, which is considered a missed opportunity by some reviewers.
  • Only officially released in China, requiring importing and sideloading Google services for international users.
  • Lacks an official IP rating for water and dust resistance.
  • No expandable storage (microSD card slot).
  • Some users reported the main screen protector coming loose near the crease after extended use.
  • One user with Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) sensitivity experienced significant discomfort and headaches when using the display.
  • Cannot shoot 4K selfie videos using the rear cameras while the phone is folded.

Verdict

The Vivo X Flip (12GB + 512GB) is a premium clamshell foldable smartphone powered by the high-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor and running Android 13 with OriginOS 3. It features a large, nearly creaseless 6.74-inch Full HD+ (1080 x 2520) foldable LTPO AMOLED internal display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a functional 3-inch AMOLED cover screen. A major pro is its class-leading 4400 mAh battery capacity for its form factor, offering excellent endurance, complemented by 44W wired fast charging. The dual main camera system (50MP main with OIS and a 12MP ultrawide) is enhanced by Zeiss optics and delivers superior photo quality compared to many competitors in the flip segment. Primary cons include its limited availability, as it was released only in China, which means no out-of-the-box Google services for global users, a lack of wireless charging, no official IP rating for water/dust resistance, and a single bottom-firing speaker.

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