Overall Score
36.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#4021)36.8
Performance(#4361)59.8
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#194)92.9
Connectivity(#5113)44.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo V5
Short Review
- The vivo V5 features a sleek design with dimensions of 153.8 x 75.5 x 7.6 mm and a weight of 154g, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass 3 and an aluminum back.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi, suitable for everyday use.
- Powered by a Mediatek MT6750 chipset, the device runs on an octa-core CPU and is equipped with 4GB of RAM, providing decent performance for multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with PDAF and a 20 MP front camera, enabling high-quality selfies and video recording at 1080p.
- The 3000mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0 with Funtouch 2.6, the software experience is straightforward but may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, although it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Available in gold and gray, the vivo V5 combines aesthetic appeal with functional specifications.
- Overall, it is a solid choice for users seeking a reliable smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionFor India, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6750 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
Memory32GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.8", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions153.8 x 75.5 x 7.6 mm (6.06 x 2.97 x 0.30 in)
Weight154 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsGold, Gray
Foldable✗
SAR0.22 W/kg (head) 0.77 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), Funtouch 2.6
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass