Vivo S1 Price in Singapore & Specifications

Vivo S1 Review

Pros

• Sleek design
• Excellent battery life
• Up-to-par performance

Cons

• Average cameras
• Unnecessary preloaded apps
• No USB Type-C port

Display & Design

At first glance, the Vivo S1 has a stylish and glossy appearance thanks to its almost bezel-less screen with a barely noticeable teardrop notch at the top. Sporting a 6.38-inch Super AMOLED panel with a clear resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, the smartphone has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9, making the device look quite tall - apt for watching videos and playing games. The high-resolution screen delivers vivid images and still manages to appear fine even in direct sunlight. Bonus: dark mode is included in the display setting, a feature highly coveted by many. Instead of the famous Gorilla Glass, it is covered by the Schott Xensation 3D glass which has proven to be highly resistant to breakage and scratches.

Performance

Powered by the MediaTek Helio P65 SoC octa-core processor, you can hardly notice any lag or glitch when doing essential tasks on the Vivo S1. With this octa-core processor, launching and running apps is smooth and fast. In addition, the Vivo S1 has 6GB RAM that can support multiple apps running in the background. The phone also operates on Android 9 Pie with Funtouch OS 9, which is capable of receiving new updates. The only thing that’s slightly different is that the access to shortcut keys will require swiping up from the bottom, which may take some time to get accustomed to.

Camera Setup

In Vivo S1’s AI triple camera setup, there’s a 16 MP rear camera with f/1.78 aperture that is equipped with a Sony IMX499 sensor, an 8 MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle camera with 120-degree field of view, and a 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor. The selfie camera has a 32 MP lens with f/2.0 aperture. Moving on to the smartphone’s camera app, it comes packed with lots of features and modes: HDR, AR Stickers, AI Filter, AI Portrait Framing, AI Face Beauty, Time-Lapse Photography, and many more. That being said, many reviewers have expressed the quality of Vivo S1’s selfie camera isn’t quite up to par when compared to many other mid-tier smartphones.

Battery Life

Packing a whopping 4500 mAh battery, this phone has a sufficiently large battery capacity that is going to support you for the whole day on a single charge. Even after 12 hours of performing this combination of activities: social media, music, image capturing, the Vivo S1 still has sufficient battery juice for the next day. Since it’s bundled with a fast charge connector, it’s apparent that the Vivo S1 can support fast-charging. Of all the features combined, its battery performance seems to be the key trait that makes the S1 stand out among all Vivo mid-tier models.

Miscellaneous Features

Much the same as various smartphones on the market today, Vivo S1 boasts a built-in fingerprint scanner that comes under the display. The fingerprint scanner allows you to sign into a security-protected app (eg. banking or e-wallet app) easily without entering your username and password.

An alternative to the fingerprint sensor is the facial recognition technology in the phone. Users are given the option to use both biometric modes simultaneously to hasten the unlocking speed. As for the SIM card slot, the Vivo S1 can store three cards - two nano SIMs and one microSD card. While it’s becoming a trend for smartphone manufacturers to ditch the 3.5mm headphone jack, it is still present in Vivo S1, thankfully.

Mobile gaming enthusiasts may appreciate the Ultra Game Mode feature that enhances the gaming experience. Several settings can be configured to ensure a seamless gaming experience, including disabling notification while gaming, enabling game picture-in-picture, optimising game performance and others.

Verdict

Overall, if you would like to use an affordable mid-range phone that has an excellent battery and a great display while allowing you to do moderate gaming, the Vivo S1 is the one to go for. It has all the cool features found in flagship phones today and is capable of delivering smooth performance even when performing multiple tasks at the same time.

What are the key specs of Vivo S1?

Vivo S1 Specifications

• Release Date: July 2019
• Display Size: 6.38 inches (83.3% screen-to-body ratio)
• Display Type: Super AMOLED display
• Dimensions: 159.5 x 75.2 x 8.1 mm
• Weight: 179 g
• Body: Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
• Resolution: 1080 x 2340 pixels (~404 ppi density)
• Aspect ratio: 19.5:9
• Operating System: Android 9 0 (Pie), Funtouch 9
• Processor: Mediatek Helio P65 (12nm)
• CPU: Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.7 GHz Cortex-A55)
• GPU: Mali-G52 MC2
• Rear Camera: 16 MP f/1.8 (wide angle) PDAF + 8 MP f/2.2 (ultrawide angle) + 2 MP f/2.4 (depth)
• Main Camera Features: LED Flash, Panorama, HDR
• Front camera: 32MP f/2.0
• Battery: Non-removable Li-Po 4500 mAh, Fast charging 18W
• Colours: Diamond Black, Skyline Blue, Cosmic Green
• RAM: 4GB RAM, 6GB RAM
• Internal Storage: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
• SIM: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
• USB: USB Type-C 3.1, USB On-the-Go
• Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE
• WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
• 3.5mm Headphone Jack: Yes
• Sensors: Under-display fingerprint sensor (optical), accelerometer, proximity, compass

If you would like the Vivo S1 with better specs, you may check out the Vivo S1 Pro available on different online shopping websites here at iPrice Singapore!

How much is Vivo S1 Pro in Singapore?

Check out the latest price of the phone above available on e-marketplaces like Shopee, Lazada, and Qoo10.

Does Vivo S1 Pro support slow-motion videos?

Yes, the Vivo S1 Pro has a slow-motion feature in its camera module, which is super useful for TikTok users and video makers. It can be used in both the selfie camera and rear camera.

Here's how you can use its slow-motion feature: open the camera app and go to video mode. You'll find a symbol on the top of the screen, click on the third icon. By tapping on this icon, you will find many options including the Slo-Mo function. Tap on the slow-motion option and start recording your video. The video will display in a normal mode when you record a moment, but the timer will be counting multiples of 4 in seconds - 4s, 8s, 12s, 16s, and so on until you stop recording. Once the recording is done, open the file and click the play button, the video will be presented in slow-motion.

Does Vivo S1 Pro have Gorilla Glass?

No, the Vivo S1 Pro doesn’t come equipped with Corning’s Gorilla Glass but is installed with a good-quality screen protector that’s resistant to scratches. One of the Vivo mobile phones that comes with a Gorilla Glass is the Vivo V15.

Does the Vivo S1 support wireless charging?

No, the Vivo S1 does not support wireless charging or fast charging. However, it does support 18W dual engine fast charging. A full charge only requires 138 minutes or 2.3 hours, a reasonable battery life considering the phone’s amazing 4500 mAh battery.

What is the RAM of Vivo S1?

Vivo S1 is available in the variants of 4GB RAM and 6GB RAM, both of which make multitasking a breeze, so you don't have to worry about apps crashing when multiple of them are running in the background at the same time.