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vivo X Fold2 (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,080RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:8.03 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP

vivo X Fold2 (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.

8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

90%

8.3

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 93% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

4.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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 93% of models
Score components

25%

8.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

8.2

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

8.8

Audio

3%

5.8

Design

★Better than 93%
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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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Best prices
    N/A~ £1,080
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo X Fold2 (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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 93% of models
Score components:

25%

8.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

8.2

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

8.8

Audio

3%

5.8

Design

8.3
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
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 Fold2 (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
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

4.8

Price

7.2
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor which is faster than processors in 86.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% 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
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
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 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
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
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
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 & 12 MP & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 59.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.75 & f/2.0 & f/2.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.75 & f/2.0 & f/2.0 which is wider than that of 78.9% 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
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
1916x 2160 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1916x2160 px which is higher than that of 92% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
360 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 360 ppi which is lower than that of 76.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% 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
4,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,800 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 73% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 120 W which is faster than in 94.4% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
26 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 26 min which is faster than 95.9% 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
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
161.3 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.3 mm which is shorter than 73.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Width
143.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 143.4 mm which is wider than 99.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 6 mm which is thinner than 98.6% of smartphones.
Weight
279 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 279 g which is heavier than 91.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
138,138 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 138,138 cm³ which is larger than 90.4% of smartphones.
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vivo X Fold2 (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 4.28x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (13,339 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    13,339 vs 3,115
  • 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 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1916x2160 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1916x2160 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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
  • 4.28x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (13,339 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    13,339 vs 3,115
  • 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
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    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
    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
  • 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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 3.66x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (13,995 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    13,995 vs 3,825
  • 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
  • 2.5x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 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
  • 3.04x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,723 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,723 vs 1,226
  • 2x more L3 cache
    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
  • 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
  • 52.7% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 79.8% higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,093 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,093 vs 608
  • 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
  • 2.1% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (970 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    970 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (6.3 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    6.3 W vs 6 W
  • 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.
    AI Captions, AI Translation, AI Summarisation, AI Magic Move, AI Image Expander, AI UHD, AI Search
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 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.
  • 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
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.75 & f/2 & f/2 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/1.75 & f/2.0 & f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1916x2160 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1916x2160 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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
  • 98.2% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1308 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,308 nits vs 660 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.
  • 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.
  • 800 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1800 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,800 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 414.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1308 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,308 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 36 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (26 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    26 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
  • 2x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    10 W vs 5 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2.3 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    6 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.
  • 2.3 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.3 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.
  • 42.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (279 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    279 g vs 196.2 g
  • 8.9% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (360 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    360 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • 4.15x more expensive
    vivo X Fold2 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,080 vs £260).
    £1,080 vs £260
  • 67.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (143.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    143.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 4% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 4.15x more expensive
    vivo X Fold2 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,080 vs £260).
    £1,080 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo X Fold2 (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 1.2% worse value for money
    vivo X Fold2 (12GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.25 vs 7.3).
    7.25 vs 7.34
  • 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.
  • Older Android version
    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 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.
  • 8.9% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (360 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    360 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 4% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (96 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    96 vs 99.5
  • 42.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (279 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    279 g vs 196.2 g
  • 67.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (143.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    143.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    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
  • 41.2% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (138138 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    138,138 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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gizmochina.com
31/05/2023
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Third-party reviews

What we like about vivo X Fold2 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Stylish design with a premium vegan leather finish
  • Large cover and main screens, among the biggest in the foldable market, with a barely noticeable crease due to the waterdrop hinge design
  • Excellent performance powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, offering a smooth user experience with no lag or jitters
  • Extremely fast charging with 120W wired and 50W wireless support
  • Impressive battery life that easily lasts a full day with typical use
  • Unique and highly reliable dual in-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensors (one on each screen)
  • A rare and appreciated physical mute switch
  • Capable main 50MP camera that delivers detailed images, even in low light, with natural color options thanks to Zeiss optics

What we don't like about vivo X Fold2 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Limited availability, as it is primarily a China-only release, requiring import for other regions and potentially leading to network compatibility issues
  • Software experience can be less polished than competitors like Samsung's One UI, with some apps not well-optimized for the large screen and occasional untranslated menus
  • Aggressive background app management in Origin OS can interfere with notifications and tracking apps
  • Camera system is a downgrade from its predecessor, lacking the 5x periscope telephoto lens and offering a mediocre 2x optical zoom
  • Ultrawide camera performs poorly in low light, often producing a pinkish hue in shots
  • No official IP rating for dust or water resistance, which is a significant drawback compared to some rivals
  • Bulky and heavy compared to some other foldable or traditional flagship phones
  • Lack of stylus support (a feature found on some competitors)
  • Some users sensitive to PWM modulation (display flicker) reported eye strain or sickness when using the display

Verdict

The Vivo X Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB) is a high-end foldable smartphone powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, featuring an 8.03-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED inner display and a 6.53-inch 120Hz AMOLED cover display. It boasts a versatile, Zeiss-optics triple camera system (50MP main with OIS, 12MP ultrawide, and 12MP 2x telephoto), a durable hinge design with a minimal crease, and a substantial 4,800mAh battery with impressive 120W wired and 50W wireless charging speeds. Key advantages include top-tier performance with 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB UFS 4.0 storage, dual under-display ultrasonic fingerprint scanners (a rarity in foldables), and a premium vegan leather build. Major drawbacks include its exclusive availability in China, meaning no out-of-the-box Google services (though they can be installed) and potential network band compatibility issues if imported, the absence of an official IP water or dust resistance rating, and the removal of the 5x periscope zoom lens found on its predecessor.

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