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vivo iQOO U5#1566

Released: 2021, December 24

vivo iQOO U5

Overall Score

63.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#1566)63.8
Performance(#1405)70.8
Camera(#2807)44.3
Display(#2061)79.5
Battery(#2610)58.5
Build(#11279)68.8

Comparisons Featuring vivo iQOO U5

Short Review

  • The vivo iQOO U5 features a sleek design with dimensions of 164 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 185g, available in White, Gray, and Aurora colors.
  • It sports a 6.58-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels, supporting a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10 for enhanced visuals.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, it offers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB of RAM.
  • The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording video at 1080p.
  • The front-facing camera is 8 MP, suitable for selfies.
  • A robust 5000mAh battery ensures extended usage, with 18W wired charging support.
  • The device runs on Android 12 with OriginOS Ocean, providing a modern software experience.
  • Connectivity options include 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.1, though it lacks NFC.
  • The phone also retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
  • Overall, the vivo iQOO U5 combines a vibrant display, capable performance, and a reliable battery in a stylish package.

Specifications

General

Release Date2021, December 24
Announced2021, December 24
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.58"
TypeIPS LCD, 120Hz, HDR10
Resolution1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)
GPUAdreno 619
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC

Camera

Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/1.8, (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions164 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight185 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Gray, Aurora
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD/Adaptive
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 12, OriginOS Ocean
OS VersionAndroid 12, OriginOS Ocean

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes