Overview
The Vivo S1 is Vivo's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around processor of Mediatek Helio P65, ram of 4 GB, storage of 128 GB.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.
Full Specifications
| Price | ₹ 8,999 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Helio P65 |
| CPU | 2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.38 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Operating System | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
| Graphics | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Battery | 4500 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 18W Dual-Engine Fast Charging |
| Rear Camera | 16 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Depth Sensor) |
| Front Camera | 32 MP ƒ/2 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Model | S1 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | August 7, 2019 |
| Dimensions | 75.2 x 159.5 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight | 179 g |
| Type | Color Super AMOLED Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Ppi | ~ 404 PPI |
| Screen To Body Ratio | ~ 83.3% |
| Features | Full HD+, Always-on display |
| Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 256 GB |
| Gprs | Yes |
| Edge | Yes |
| 3g | Yes |
| 4g | Yes |
| Volte | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 |
| Usb | Yes, microUSB v2.0 |
| Usb Features | USB on-the-go |
| Gps | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Camera Features | HDR, Panorama |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Core Details | 2 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A75 + 1.7 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55 |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Yes | |
| Music | Yes |
| Video | Yes |
| Fm Radio | Yes |
| Document Reader | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| 3 5mm Headphone Jack | Yes |
Editor Verdict
“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”
Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.
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How this model stacks up against nearby options
Vivo S1
This model |
Huawei Honor 9N (4GB RAM + 128GB)
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Infinix Hot 7
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|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Helio P65 | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | Mediatek Helio P25 |
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| Display | 6.38 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels | 5.84 inches, 1080 x 2280 pixels | 6.19 inches, 1500 x 720 pixels |
| Graphics | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-T830 MP2 | Mali-T880MP2PowerVR GE8320 |
| OS | Android v9.0 (Pie) | Android v8.0 (Oreo) | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.
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