Overall Score
59.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#1379)59.2
Performance(#910)89.1
Camera(#684)91.0
Display(#1110)85.2
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#940)82.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo S9
Short Review
- The vivo S9 features a sleek design with dimensions of 158.4 x 73.9 x 7.4 mm and a weight of 173g, available in Black, White, and Gradient Blue.
- Its 6.44-inch AMOLED display supports a 90Hz refresh rate and HDR10+, providing vibrant visuals with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 1100 chipset, it delivers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 8GB or 12GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 64 MP main sensor with OIS, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The 4000mAh battery supports 33W fast charging but lacks wireless charging.
- Running on Android 11 with OriginOS 1.0, the software offers a smooth user experience.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- The device does not feature a headphone jack or stereo speakers.
- Overall, the vivo S9 combines a stylish design with solid performance and versatile camera capabilities.
- Special features include a high-refresh-rate display and advanced camera technology.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, March 03
Announced2021, March 03
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.44"
TypeAMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 1100 (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G77 MC9
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery Details4000 mAh
Charging Details33W wired, 66% in 30 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions158.4 x 73.9 x 7.4 mm (6.24 x 2.91 x 0.29 in)
Weight173 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Gradient Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
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
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 11, OriginOS 1.0
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass