Overall Score
43.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#3153)43.4
Performance(#2771)74.4
Camera(#4749)38.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4287)25.9
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3262)55.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo V9 6GB
Short Review
- The vivo V9 6GB features a sleek design with a glass front and plastic back, measuring 154.8 x 75 x 7.9 mm and weighing 150g.
- Its 6.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels with a 19:9 aspect ratio, providing sharp visuals at approximately 400 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, it delivers solid performance through its octa-core CPU and Adreno 512 GPU, complemented by 6GB of RAM.
- The rear camera setup includes a 13 MP primary sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 12 MP front camera excels in selfies.
- A 3260 mAh battery supports daily usage, though it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 (Oreo) with Funtouch 4, the software experience is user-friendly but may feel dated.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and a microUSB 2.0 port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the vivo V9 6GB combines a stylish design with competent performance and decent camera capabilities.
- Its lack of advanced features like HDR and fast charging may limit its appeal to some users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 512
Memory64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF2 MP, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera12 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.8", 1.28µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3260 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3260 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions154.8 x 75 x 7.9 mm (6.09 x 2.95 x 0.31 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), Funtouch 4
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass