Overall Score
27.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#5569)27.2
Performance(#4900)54.0
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#6192)18.9
Build(#3427)16.0
Connectivity(#5669)39.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo X3S
Short Review
- The vivo X3S features a slim design with dimensions of 143.3 x 71 x 6 mm and a weight of 150g, available in White and Blue colors.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by a Mediatek MT6592 chipset with an octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Mali-450MP4 GPU, it delivers adequate performance for everyday tasks with 1GB of RAM.
- The rear camera has a 13 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, but it lacks optical image stabilization and a front camera.
- The battery capacity stands at 2000mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), the software experience may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the vivo X3S is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for casual use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6592 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-450MP4
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraYes
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery Details2000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions143.3 x 71 x 6 mm (5.64 x 2.80 x 0.24 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsWhite, Blue
Foldable✗
SAR0.46 W/kg (head) 1.05 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass