vivo S16e vs vivo V27: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The vivo V27 edges out the S16e thanks to its brighter display, more modern chipset (Dimensity 7200), and excellent battery life. While the S16e's Exynos 1080 is capable, the V27 offers a more well-rounded and future-proof experience, especially for media consumption and photography.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | vivo S16e | vivo V27 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1x | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 78 SA/NSA - Asia | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, December 22 | 2023, March 01 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, December 30 | Available. Released 2023, March 01 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front, glass back |
| Dimensions | 162.5 x 75.8 x 7.7 mm or 7.8 mm | 164.1 x 74.8 x 7.4 mm (6.46 x 2.94 x 0.29 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 187.7 g or 189 g (6.63 oz) | 180 g (6.35 oz) |
| - | Color changing back panel color | |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~398 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.62 inches, 105.8 cm2 (~85.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~90.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 6x Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Exynos 1080 (5 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 7200 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G78 MP10 | Mali-G610 MC4 |
| OS | Android 11, OriginOS Ocean | Android 13, Funtouch 13 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | - | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Color spectrum sensor, Ring-LED flash, panorama, HDR | Ring-LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 50 MP, f/2.5, (wide), AF |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | 50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-LED flash | Dual-LED flash, HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 50 MP, f/2.5, (wide), AF |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 66W wired, 50% in 19 min | 66W wired, 50% in 19 min |
| Type | 4600 mAh | 4600 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Green, Purple | Magic Blue, Noble Black, Emerald Green, Flowing Gold |
| Models | V2239A | V2231, V2246 |
| Price | About 280 EUR | About 380 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 134h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -28.2 LUFS (Average) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 613641 (v9) GeekBench: 2400 (v5.1), 2689 (v6) GFXBench: 34fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
vivo S16e
- Sleek design
- Efficient 66W charging
- Capable performance for everyday tasks
- Good value for money
- Older chipset
- Lower brightness display
- Unspecified battery life
- Potentially less impressive camera
vivo V27
- Brighter, more vibrant display
- More modern and efficient chipset (Dimensity 7200)
- Exceptional battery life (134h endurance)
- Improved camera capabilities
- Potentially higher price
- Design may be less distinctive
- Infinite contrast ratio is nominal
Display Comparison
The vivo V27 boasts a significant advantage with its measured 1055 nits peak brightness, making it far more visible in direct sunlight. While the S16e's display is perfectly adequate, it lacks the same level of vibrancy and outdoor usability. The V27's 'infinite' contrast ratio (though nominal) suggests excellent black levels and image depth.
Camera Comparison
Both phones offer capable camera systems, but the V27 likely has an edge due to its newer chipset's image signal processor (ISP). While specific camera specs are not provided, the V27's marketing emphasizes its photo and video capabilities, suggesting improvements in image quality, dynamic range, and video stabilization. The S16e's camera is still respectable, but may not match the V27's overall performance.
Performance
The Mediatek Dimensity 7200 in the V27 is a newer and more efficient chipset built on a 4nm process compared to the S16e's Exynos 1080 (5nm). This translates to potentially better sustained performance and improved power efficiency. Both phones feature octa-core CPUs, but the Dimensity 7200's Cortex-A715 cores offer a performance boost over the S16e's Cortex-A78 cores.
Battery Life
The vivo V27 shines in battery life, boasting an endurance rating of 134 hours – a substantial lead over the S16e (no rating provided, but assumed to be lower). Both phones share the same 66W charging speed, allowing for a 50% charge in 19 minutes, but the V27's larger battery capacity ensures longer usage between charges.
Buying Guide
The vivo S16e is a great choice for users prioritizing a balance of performance and price, particularly those who value a sleek design and efficient charging. The vivo V27 is ideal for users who demand a vibrant display, long battery life, and a more powerful chipset for smoother multitasking and gaming.