Vivo S18 Series Hits the Shelves in China
The Vivo S18 series of smartphones, which was unveiled last week, is now officially available for purchase in China. The series consists of three models: the Vivo S18e, S18, and S18 Pro. Let's take a closer look at their specifications and pricing.
Pricing Details
The Vivo S18e is offered in two storage configurations. The base model, with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, is priced at 2,099 yuan ($296). There is also a variant with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, priced at 2,299 yuan ($325). The S18e comes in three color options: Starry Night Black, Xuaguang Purple, and Cloud Shabai.
Moving on to the Vivo S18, this model offers four different variants with varying RAM and storage capacities. The base model, with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, starts at 2,299 yuan ($367). The other options include 12GB RAM and 256GB storage for 2,599 yuan ($395), 12GB RAM and 512GB storage for 2,799 yuan ($395), and the top-end variant with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage for 2,999 yuan ($424). The S18 is available in black, white, and green colors.
Vivo S18 Pro
The Vivo S18 Pro, similar to the S18, also offers three memory combinations. The base model, with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, starts at 3,199 yuan ($452). The other options include 16GB RAM and 512GB storage for 3,499 yuan ($494), and the highest-tier variant with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage for 3,699 yuan (~$522). The available color choices for the S18 Pro are black, white, and green.
Specifications
The Vivo S18e features a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. On the other hand, both the S18 and S18 Pro boast larger 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ displays with curved edges and a 120Hz refresh rate.
In terms of performance, the S18e is powered by a Dimensity 7200 processor. The S18 is equipped with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, while the S18 Pro runs on a top-tier Dimensity 9200+ chip.
All models in the series come with a 5000mAh battery, except for the S18e which has a slightly smaller 4800mAh battery. However, all models support 80W fast charging. They also run on OriginOS 4 based on Android 14 and feature an in-screen fingerprint scanner for secure unlocking.
When it comes to the camera, the S18e features a 16-megapixel selfie camera and a dual rear camera system with a 50MP main lens and a 2MP blur lens.
The S18 takes a step further with a 50MP selfie camera and a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP main lens and an 8MP ultrawide lens. Lastly, the S18 Pro leads the pack with a triple rear camera system, which includes a 50MP main lens, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 12MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom. It also features a 50MP selfie camera.
With their impressive specifications and competitive pricing, the Vivo S18 series is sure to attract smartphone enthusiasts in China.
