The appearance of information on the Google Play Console made it possible to reveal some of the main characteristics of the productive new product from the Vivo brand. It should be noted that there is a fairly high-quality display with a resolution of 1080x2340 pixels. The density index is 480 pixels per inch. The equipment 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 on Android 10. Sales started on May 12, 2020.

What do we know about the Vivo brand

The products of this brand entered the Russian market more than six months ago. Vivo is considered one of the best manufacturers whose phones are in high demand.It should be noted that the concern introduces the latest technologies not only in its flagships, but also in budget series. Models that entered the market immediately become 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 occupies the fifth position in the ranking of the best phone manufacturers, based on sales. The brand also became the leading brand in Asian markets (nine).

At the time of the release of the Vivo x1 model, the smartphone was the thinnest phone in the world, and its thickness reached 6.65 mm. The 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. Also, the manufacturer became the first in the world to introduce a user recognition system based on the shell of the eye into smartphones.

Huge success for 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 thousand 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. Over 25 million smartphones were sold in China in 2014. The figure for 2015 worldwide reached 45 million copies. It is worth noting that the average price of the phone was $300.
4. During the year, the company produces 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 Iron Man and Captain America used the phones of this particular brand in Captain America.

Vivo is a self-sustaining ecosystem. We are talking about the fact that from design to software development, the brand is involved.

Characteristics

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 shape of a diamond. This decision 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 of the models is better to buy depends only on the personal preferences of the user. It should be noted that the case cannot be called monotonous and the selected colors will unusually shimmer in the sun, which will not go unnoticed by others.

Appearance can not 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 branded, shiny and varnished. Therefore, it will not be superfluous to pick up a protective cover for the purchase. Based on the reviews, the screen size is great for active games. The case is great for watching videos. The weight is optimal, however, the surface of the case is slippery. The main camera practically does not protrude beyond the boundaries of the case.

Holding the gadget in your hands, your fingers will not reach the camera. The front camera is conveniently located in the waterdrop notch.There are no additional modules, so 100% feedback on face unlock is not to be expected.

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 inhibition is still observed. The side keys are located on the same line, which allows them to be used with one hand. Tactilely they do not differ from each other, so it will take some time to get the hang of it.

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 quite rare.

Screen

The unit has an AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080x2340 pixels. The screen diagonal is 6.38 inches. The picture turns out juicy, as warm tones prevail. The anti-glare properties of the screen can be compared with the flagship versions of 2013. The top layer (glass) has a mirror-like and smooth surface recognized as resistant to damage. Doubling is weak, which indicates that there is no air gap between the layers. It should be noted that replacing the panel in case of breakage 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 so obvious.

The AMOLED matrix implies the use of organic light-emitting diodes. Viewing angles are excellent. The change in white tone is insignificant, when deviating from the perpendicular. Colors come out as natural as possible. Significantly reduces the manifestation of 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 sunlight). In reading mode, it is recommended to set the 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 expansion of the main camera - 48 MP, wide-angle - 8 MP and two simpler ones that allow you to achieve excellent sharpness and color depth. Shooting individual scenes is excellent even with macro photography. Autofocus is applied standard (phase). The flash is bright enough. Saving "raw" is not provided, but no one forbids using similar free applications for this. If necessary, you can use the 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 only be used for automatic work with AI, but the image quality remains average.

The zoom function copes with the tasks. The ultra-wide module works with an 8 MP sensor and f2.2 aperture. Closer to the edge of the photo, the sharpness deteriorates, which is visible to the naked eye. However, the manufacturer allowed to create an exposition with a much larger number of objects. The macro mode should be turned on manually, through the proposed menu. This is where the rest of the modules come into play. Double detailing is not to be expected, however, for the "tick" option was announced.

The quality of the video recording corresponds to the declared characteristics - 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 saves only high resolution. Detail is visible only if the image is greatly reduced. Contrast and color reproduction are high. Special attention deserves the proprietary mode of changing pictures and their retouching.

Functional

Before choosing this device, you should pay attention to its performance indicator. Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm) medium power processor installed. 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 graphics quality. The phone has 128 GB of internal 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, there were no slowdowns. 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. Used frequency bands will allow you to work with any Russian telecom operator. The signal is not lost even 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 brand focuses on the phone's cameras, and some inconveniences were found here. The gadget takes good pictures, there were no serious complaints about the camera itself.Examples of photos can be viewed on the official website of the manufacturer. However, just scrolling through 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 detect 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.

It runs on the Google Android-10 platform with the Funtouch 10 shell. It should be noted that it was previously used exclusively on popular flagship models. An example is Vivo x30 and x30 PRO. The interface is concise. The lock screen is animated (sharp toggle). Cloud services are built-in. The speaker is loud, however, some “flatness” is visible in the sound. The sound in the headphones is average. You can correct the situation with the help of an equalizer. An FM receiver and a voice recorder with good recording quality are installed.

autonomy

A capacious 4500 mAh battery will also help to lead the ranking of quality smartphones in 2020. It should be noted the presence of a fast charging function, which will allow you to charge the gadget in 1.5-2 hours. For greater convenience of 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 charge every evening (active games, chats and surfing).

Conclusion

The novelty pays special attention to the camera, of which there are four in the phone, not counting the front one. The main module received an extension of 48 MP.Also noteworthy is the presence of a periscope lens that allows you to shoot in 5x zoom mode, and two small sensors. The pictures are vibrant. Color reproduction is optimal, even in low light conditions. You should also pay attention to the capacious battery (non-removable type) 4500 mAh. A full charge is enough for a whole day of active use of the smartphone. Where is it profitable to buy a device? On the official website of the manufacturer or in a specialized store. How much does the 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;
• using two SIM cards or one SIM card and a memory card;
• reception of a cellular operator;
• performance.

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