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vivo X Fold 3 Pro (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,140RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:8.03 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 64 MP & 50 MP

vivo X Fold 3 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.

8.8/10

Overall score

Score
8.8/ 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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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

90%

8.8

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 98% of smartphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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 58% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

Overall score

30%

4.5

Price

â–²Better than 58%
8.8

Technical score

Technical score
8.8/ 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 98% of models
Score components

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.9

Camera

15%

9.5

Display

15%

8.9

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.6

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

★Better than 98%
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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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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    N/A~ £1,140
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo X Fold 3 Pro (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.8/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.9

Camera

15%

9.5

Display

15%

8.9

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.6

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

8.8
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 X Fold 3 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
7.5/ 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 58% of models
Score components:

70%

8.8

Overall score

30%

4.5

Price

7.5
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 90.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% 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
3.3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% 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 & 64 MP & 50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 64 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 86.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.68 & f/2.0 & f/2.57
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.68 & f/2.0 & f/2.57 which is wider than that of 88.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
92.2 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 92.2 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 97.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% 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.
2.4 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
8.03 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 8.03 inches which is larger than the screens of 99.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
2200x 2480 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 2200x2480 px which is higher than that of 99.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
413 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 413 ppi which is higher than that of 70.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% 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
5,700 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,700 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 71.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.5% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 100 W which is faster than in 90.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
31 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 31 min which is faster than 92.6% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.6% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports 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
?
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
160 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160 mm which is shorter than 79.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Width
142.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 142.4 mm which is wider than 98.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
5.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 5.2 mm which is thinner than 99.4% of smartphones.
Weight
236 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 236 g which is heavier than 88% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
113,600 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 113,600 cm³ which is larger than 85.2% of smartphones.
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vivo X Fold 3 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
  • 2.88x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (92.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    92.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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
  • 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
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2200x2480 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2200x2480 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 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.
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 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
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 37.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.99x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 33% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,339 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,339 vs 10,783
  • 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
  • 2.82x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (7,142 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    7,142 vs 2,533
  • 3x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (12288 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    12,288 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 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 (4800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    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
  • 26.2% more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (13000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone includes 10300 million transistors.
    13,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 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 Note Assist, AI Transcript Assist, AI Global Translation
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2.88x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (92.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    92.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 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.
    2.4 binned
    1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 64 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 64 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP & 32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP & 32 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.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    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
    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.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.68 & f/2 & f/2.57 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.68 & f/2.0 & f/2.57 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • 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 USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • 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 a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2200x2480 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2200x2480 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 3,500 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (4500 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    4,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 2.73x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,800 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1.36 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    8.03 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 1,235.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (2129 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    2,129 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 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. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Armor Glass
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 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 secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 4.6% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (413 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    413 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 14% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5700 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,700 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 31 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (31 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    31 min vs 62 min
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 3.1 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (5.2 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    5.2 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • 3.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 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.
  • 20.3% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (236 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    236 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4.38x more expensive
    vivo X Fold 3 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,140 vs £260).
    £1,140 vs £260
  • 66.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (142.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    142.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    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
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo X Fold 3 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 16.2% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (113600 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    113,600 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 4.38x more expensive
    vivo X Fold 3 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,140 vs £260).
    £1,140 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo X Fold 3 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    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
    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.
  • 20.3% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (236 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    236 g vs 196.2 g
  • 66.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (142.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    142.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 16.2% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (113600 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    113,600 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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ackodrive.com
02/07/2024
Summary of the review
Vivo X Fold3 Pro Review: A Fruitful Attempt
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androidauthority.com
07/07/2024
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business-standard.com
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13/07/2024
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08/06/2024
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What we like about vivo X Fold 3 Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • Extremely thin and light design for a foldable phone, making it comfortable to hold and pocketable.
  • Outstanding battery life (5,700mAh), easily lasting a full day, and often a day and a half, even with heavy use.
  • Very fast 100W wired and 50W wireless charging capabilities, with the charger included in the box in some regions.
  • Gorgeous and bright inner (8.03-inch) and outer (6.53-inch) AMOLED displays with a 120Hz refresh rate and high peak brightness (4,500 nits).
  • Minimal and barely noticeable crease on the inner display compared to competitors.
  • Excellent camera system (50MP main, 64MP telephoto, 50MP ultrawide) with Zeiss optics, praised for its detail, color balance, and low-light performance, often considered the best on a foldable.
  • Top-tier performance powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, handling multitasking and demanding games smoothly.
  • Dual in-display ultrasonic fingerprint scanners (on both screens) that are fast and reliable.
  • Solid build quality with IPX8 water resistance and a durable carbon fiber hinge.
  • Useful software features for productivity and multitasking, such as 'Flex Mode' and 'Fold-to-Split', that are intuitive to use.
  • Global versions come with Funtouch OS with minimal bloatware and full Google services support out of the box.

What we don't like about vivo X Fold 3 Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • Limited availability in global markets, often requiring importation which can complicate warranty support and carrier compatibility (e.g., 5G issues in some regions).
  • The software update policy is a downside, with only a promise of three Android OS updates and four years of security patches, which is less than some competitors.
  • The speakers, while decent, are considered shallow or lacking depth compared to some non-folding flagship phones.
  • The phone's back is quite slippery and the large circular camera bump causes the phone to wobble when placed on a flat surface.
  • The inner display can feel fragile when unfolded and lacks official stylus support.
  • Some users of the Chinese ROM version reported initial issues with notifications from third-party apps like Messenger, though updates may have fixed this.
  • Front-facing (selfie) cameras max out at 1080p for video recording, which is disappointing for a premium device.

Verdict

The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is a flagship foldable smartphone powered by the high-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, featuring a massive 5,700 mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging support. It boasts a large 8.03-inch main foldable AMOLED display and a 6.53-inch cover screen, both with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and dual in-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensors. The camera system, co-engineered with Zeiss, includes a versatile 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 64MP 3x telephoto camera, and a 50MP ultrawide lens, delivering excellent photo quality for a foldable device. Key pros include its incredibly slim and lightweight design for a book-style foldable (236g, 5.2mm unfolded thickness), durable carbon fiber hinge, and an IPX8 water resistance rating. However, some cons are the lack of stylus support and eSIM functionality, mediocre speaker quality, and the fact that its global availability is limited to certain regions like India.

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