The appearance of information on the Google Play Console allowed us to reveal some of the main characteristics of a productive novelty from the Vivo brand. It should be noted the presence of a fairly high-quality display with a resolution of 1080x2340 pixels. The density is 480 ppi. The package bundle does not correspond to the declared price segment. We are talking about the presence of the Snapdragon-655 processor, and the Adreno-610 video accelerator. It should be noted the presence of 8 GB of RAM. The phone will run Android 10. Sales started on May 12, 2020.

What we know about the Vivo brand

Products of this brand entered the Russian market more than half a year ago. Vivo is considered to be one of the best manufacturers with phones in high demand. It should be noted that the concern is introducing the latest technologies not only in its flagships, but also in budget series. The models that entered the market immediately became popular. On the market since 2009, however, smartphones began to be dealt with only in 2012. Based on the information provided in open sources, the concern confidently takes the fifth position in the ranking of the best phone manufacturers, based on sales. The brand also became the leading brand in the Asian markets (nine).

At the time of the release of the Vivo x1, the smartphone was the thinnest phone in the world, and its thickness reached 6.65 mm. A new record was broken in 2014, when another new product had a thickness of 4.75 mm.

The concern focuses on the quality of shooting and sound. The manufacturer also became the first in the world to introduce into smartphones a user recognition system by the shell of the eye.

Huge successes of a small company

1. The company employs over 20 thousand people. The main research offices are located in four research centers, which employ about 4,000 engineers.
2. In 2017, he began cooperation with FIFA, becoming the title brand of the championship, which will be held in 2022. After an advertising campaign, the concern began to cooperate with a brand such as Pro Kabaddi.
3. In 2014, over 25 million smartphones were sold on the territory of the Celestial Empire. The figure for 2015 worldwide reached 45 million copies. It should be noted that the average phone price was $ 300.
4. During the year, the company manufactures about 60 million units of its own products. Today, thanks to its performance and intuitive interface, the company is one of the five most recognizable and frequently purchased smartphones.
5. Vivo managed to negotiate with the Marvel studio, so in Captain America, Iron Man and Captain America used the phones of this particular brand.

Vivo is a self-sustaining ecosystem. The point is that from design to software development, the brand is involved.

Specifications

Design

The popular model is not equipped with special protection. The appearance of the product could be called the most ordinary, however, the main camera is made in the form of a diamond. This solution made it possible to bypass many flagships, on which the cameras are located in a less convenient sequence. The smartphone is released in two colors: deep blue and jade black. Which model is better to buy depends only on the personal preferences of the user. It should be noted that the body cannot be called monotonous and the selected colors will shimmer in the sun unusually, which will not be left without the attention of others.

The appearance cannot be called expensive. The main material is plastic, albeit durable. Metal bezels elegantly frame the 6.38-inch screen. The surface of the device is easily soiled, shiny and varnished. Therefore, it will not be superfluous to choose a protective case for purchase. Based on the reviews, the screen size is great for active games. The case is perfect for watching videos. The weight is optimal, however, the surface of the case is slippery. The main camera practically does not protrude beyond the body.

Holding the gadget in hand, fingers will not reach the camera. The front camera sits comfortably in the waterdrop notch. There are no additional modules, so there is no need to expect 100% feedback on face unlocking.

The area responsible for unlocking the phone by fingerprint is located under the screen, which is extremely unusual, provided that we are talking about a budget smartphone model. The response speed is excellent, however, some slowdown is still observed. The side keys are located in one line, which allows you to use them with one hand. Tactilely they do not differ from each other, so it will take some time to get skill.

It should be noted that there is a hole for the built-in microphone, which is located near the 3.5 mm headphone jack. The solution is successful and rather rare.

Screen

The unit has an AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080x2340 pixels. The diagonal of the screen is 6.38 inches. The picture turns out to be juicy, since warm colors prevail. The anti-glare properties of the screen can be compared to the flagship versions of 2013. The top layer (glass) has a mirror-like and smooth surface, which is recognized as resistant to damage. Doubling is weak, which means that there is no air gap between the layers. It should be noted that replacing the panel in case of its breakdown will cost a pretty penny, since you will need to change the entire screen.

On the surface of the outer layer there is a grease-repellent coating (oleophobic). Thus, fingerprints will not be as obvious.

The AMOLED matrix implies the use of organic LEDs. The viewing angles are excellent. The change in white tone is insignificant when deviating from the perpendicular.The colors are as natural as possible. Significantly reduces the blue component of the eye protection function. The brightness indicator reaches 425 cd / m². Automatic brightness adjustment works properly, so it can be used during daylight hours (in bright sun). In reading mode, it is recommended to set night mode, which will really reduce eye strain.

Cameras

Formally, the gadget has a quad camera, which is located on the back of the case. The main camera expands to 48 MP, the wide-angle one to 8 MP and two simpler ones, which allow for superior sharpness and color depth. Shooting individual scenes is excellent, even with macro photography. Autofocus applies standard (phase). The flash is bright enough. Saving "raw" is not provided, but no one forbids the use of similar free applications for this. If necessary, you can use automatic settings that will select the optimal shooting parameters.

The main camera will shoot in a four-in-one format, which allows us to conclude that shooting at a resolution of 12 MP. 48 MP can be used only for automatic work with AI, but the quality of the images remains average.

The zoom function copes with the tasks. The ultra-wide module works with an 8 MP sensor and an f2.2 aperture. Closer to the edge of the photo, sharpness deteriorates, as seen with the naked eye. However, the manufacturer allowed to create an exposition with a much larger number of objects. Macro mode should be turned on manually through the proposed menu. This is where the remaining modules come into play. There is no need to expect double detailing, however, for the "tick" the option was announced.

The video quality meets the declared specifications - 1080p. with a frame rate of 30 fps. Stabilization is not provided, which affected the quality. The noise reduction system copes with the tasks. Selfie camera 16 MP. Quality is saved only by high resolution. Detail is visible only if the image is greatly reduced. Contrast and color reproduction at a high level. The proprietary mode for changing images and retouching them deserves special attention.

Functional

Before choosing this device, you should pay attention to its performance indicator. The processor is of medium power Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm). The configuration includes Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold and 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver). The graphics processor Adreno 610 is responsible for the quality of graphics. The phone has 128 GB of its own memory, while 8 GB of RAM is installed. The platform is not the most powerful and its capabilities can be compared with the Kirin-710. Applications run smoothly, no slowdowns were detected. If necessary, the internal memory can be expanded via Micro SDXC. However, it should be noted the presence of a paired connector, which is also used for SIM cards. The frequency ranges used will allow you to work with any Russian telecom operator. The signal is not lost outside the city limits. The Wi-Fi module allows you to use high-speed Internet in 802.11 ac mode. The navigation module is dual-frequency, works with Glonass. The manufacturer also took care of the magnetic compass. The vibration from the call is well felt.

Software

The focus of the brand is on the phone's cameras, and there were some inconveniences. The gadget takes pictures well, there are no serious complaints about the camera itself. Examples of photos can be viewed on the official website of the manufacturer. However, just scrolling the shooting modes was not enough for the manufacturer, after which a specific circle appeared at the bottom of the screen, which is responsible for some built-in modes. It is difficult to find it at the very beginning, so it is not possible to use the full range of possibilities. An example of how the phone takes pictures at night can be seen below.

Powered by Google Android-10 with Funtouch 10 shell.It should be noted that previously it was used exclusively on popular flagship models. An example is the Vivo x30 and x30 PRO. The interface is laconic. The lock screen is animated (sharp switching). Cloud services are built-in. The loudspeaker is loud, however, there is a certain "flatness" in the sound. The sound in the headphones is average. You can correct the situation with an equalizer. Installed FM-receiver and voice recorder with good recording quality.

Autonomy

A capacious 4500 mAh battery will also help to top the rating of high-quality smartphones in 2020. It should be noted that there is a fast charging function, which will charge the gadget in 1.5-2 hours. For more convenience in using the device during charging, the manufacturer provides a long cord. The platform is not the most powerful, so the charge will last for several days of moderate use. Otherwise, you will have to put on charge every evening (active games, chats and surfing).

Conclusion

The new product pays special attention to the camera, of which there are four in the phone, not counting the front one. The main module has received an extension of 48 MP. It should also be noted the presence of a periscopic lens, which allows you to shoot in the 5x zoom mode, and two small sensors. The pictures are saturated. Color reproduction is optimal even in low light conditions. You should also pay attention to the capacious 4500 mAh battery (non-removable type). A full charge will last for a whole day of active smartphone use. Where is it profitable to buy a device? On the official website of the manufacturer or in a specialized store. How much does the manufactured product cost? The purchase will cost $ 330-350.

• autonomy of work;
• convenient location of the fingerprint scanner;
• interface;
• four chambers arranged in an unusual way;
• image quality;
• use of two SIM cards or one SIM card and memory card;
• reception of a cellular operator;
• performance.

• viewing angle;
• backlight power;
• rare firmware update.