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vivo S1 Prime

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Overview

vivo S1 Prime is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.38-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 665 chipset, 48 main camera, and 4500 mAh battery.

The device runs Funtouch OS with features like ZEISS partnership. Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of vivo S1 Prime

The display of vivo S1 Prime measures 6.38 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 430 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.

Size
6.38 inches
Type
AMOLED
Resolution
1080x2340 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
430 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of vivo S1 Prime features 4 rear cameras: 48 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.

Main Sensor
48
Camera Count
4 cameras
Ultrawide
8MP, FOV: 120°
Max Video
1080p

The battery of vivo S1 Prime has 4500mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.

Capacity
4500mAh
Wired Charging
18
Full Charge Time
120 min minutes

The performance of vivo S1 Prime is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset with Adreno 610 GPU.

Chipset
Snapdragon 665
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPU
Adreno 610

The memory of vivo S1 Prime offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 8GB RAM.

RAM Options
8GB
Storage Options
128GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X
Storage Type
128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

The connectivity of vivo S1 Prime includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0
NFC
No

The build of vivo S1 Prime weighs 190.2g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated No. Dimensions measure 159.3 x 75.2 x 8.7 mm.

Dimensions
159.3 x 75.2 x 8.7 mm
Weight
190.2g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic
IP Rating
No

The software of vivo S1 Prime runs Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9.2 with Funtouch. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.

OS
Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9.2
UI
Funtouch
Update Policy
2 years

Compare vivo S1 Prime

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vivo S1 Prime offers competitive value at $0 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

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6.38" display

vivo S1 Prime vs Motorola Moto G Power

vivo S1 Prime offers competitive value at $0 compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

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vivo S1 Prime vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

vivo S1 Prime offers competitive value at $0 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

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Frequently Asked Questions about vivo S1 Prime

Yes, vivo S1 Prime is good for photography with its 48 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.

Related: mobile photography

vivo S1 Prime with Snapdragon 665 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

vivo S1 Prime receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

vivo S1 Prime has No protection against dust and water.

Related: water resistance

vivo S1 Prime has a 4500mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.

Related: battery life

vivo S1 Prime at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

vivo S1 Prime supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

vivo S1 Prime is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

vivo S1 Prime has a 6.38-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 430 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

Related: display quality

See how vivo S1 Prime ranks in these categories:

Verdict

The vivo S1 Prime delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

6.38"

Main Camera

48

Chipset

Snapdragon 665

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation4x4 MIMO
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2020
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)159.3 x 75.2 x 8.7 mm
Weight (g)190.2
Build MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Nebula Blue", "Jade Black"]
IP Rating
Rugged Certifications
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive Cooling
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic Vibration

Display

Panel TypeAMOLED
Size (inches)6.38
Resolution (px)1080x2340 pixels
Aspect Ratio6:13
Pixel Density (ppi)404
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)83.4
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)180
Peak Brightness (nits)430
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)240
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9.2
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetSnapdragon 665
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
NPU/AI TOPs2 TOPS
ISP FeaturesSpectra 165
ModemSnapdragon X12 LTE
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu ScoreN/A
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM8GB
RAM TypeLPDDR4X
Storage128GB
Storage Type128GB 8GB RAM
Storage SpeedUFS 2.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras4
Main Sensor48
Main Sensor Size1/2.0"
Main Sensor ModelSamsung GM1
Main Lensf/1.8, 26mm
OIS
AutofocusPDAF
Pixel Binning4-in-1
Ultrawide8MP, FOV: 120°
TelephotoN/A
Macro2
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution1080p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264, H.265
Slow Motion960fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution16
Sensor Size1/3.1"
Aperturef/2.0
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front FlashScreen flash
Video1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones2
Bluetooth CodecsAAC, aptX, LDAC
DAC/AmpBuilt-in DAC

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorFingerprint (Under Display, Optical)
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsAccelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Ambient Light
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)4500
Type4500 mAh
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging18
Wired StandardQualcomm Quick Charge 4+
0-50% Time (mins)55 min
Full Charge Time120 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box18W
Battery Health FeaturesBasic charging optimization

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9.2
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherFuntouch
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesApp lock, Privacy protection
AccessibilityBasic accessibility
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box ContentsPhone, Charger, USB-C cable, SIM ejector tool, User manual, Case
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

vivo S1 Prime Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.7/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the vivo S1 Prime covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.4 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
    • - Camera performance is average

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