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S18 Pro vs vivo S18e

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Vivo ยท 2024

S18 Pro

S18 Pro
81/ 100
Launch MSRP$599 USD
Vivo

vivo S18e

vivo S18e
83/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS vivo S18e BETTER THAN S18 Pro?

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S18 Pro
vivo S18eWinner ๐Ÿ†

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORS18 Provivo S18eLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,700 mAh4,800 mAh+4,800 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera Sensor108 MP50 MP108 MP
Screen Display Size6.56"6.67"6.67"
Chassis Weight189gN/A189g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy S18 Pro:
  • โœ“810g lighter chassis (189g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • โœ“$9400 lower launch MSRP ($599 vs $9999)
  • โœ“108MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy vivo S18e:
  • โœ“Larger 4,800 mAh battery capacity (+100 mAh more capacity)
  • โœ“50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • โœ“6.67" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationS18 Provivo S18e
1. Display & Screen๐Ÿ† vivo S18e Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLED / OLED displayAMOLED
Screen Size6.56"6.67"
Resolution & DensityN/A FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate60 Hz120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance๐Ÿ† S18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Dimensity 7200
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics๐Ÿ† S18 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera108 MP50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions๐Ÿ† S18 Pro Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight189 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging๐Ÿ† vivo S18e Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,700 mAh4,800 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB Type-C
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$599Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

vivo S18e edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.9/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, vivo S18e ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose S18 Pro:
Higher resolution main sensor: 108 MP vs max 50 MP ยท Lighter body: 189g (810g lighter in hand)
When to choose vivo S18e:
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.9 vs top rival 81.0 ยท Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 60Hz
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: S18 Pro vs vivo S18e

Which is better: S18 Pro or vivo S18e?

vivo S18e leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.9/100 compared to S18 Pro (81.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.9 vs top rival 81.0 and Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 60Hz.

What are the primary battery and display differences between S18 Pro and vivo S18e?

S18 Pro is equipped with a 6.56-inch display and 4700 mAh battery, while vivo S18e features a 6.67-inch display and 4800 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between S18 Pro and vivo S18e?

In objective hardware benchmarks, S18 Pro achieves a 90/100 performance score, while vivo S18e scores 86/100.

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