Vivo X100 Pro
Vivo’s X series burst onto the Global market scene in 2019, and quickly rocked the Vivo fans with their killer cameras for photography lovers. Last year’s X90 Pro wasn’t just about photos, though – it boasted a sleek design and powerful hardware, making it a real top dog. But hold your heart because this time Vivo X100 Pro, not only promises to take everything the X90 Pro did but offers much more incredible features to you. You can say it is a new king of the Vivo X series.
Consider it as a mini studio in your pocket, rocked with a triple-camera system, powered by ZEISS magic, one of the best in the world right now. Think crystal-clear portraits, mind-blowing landscapes, and close-ups that feel like you’re touching the subject. Besides capturing gorgeous photos, this beast also rocks a stunning display, a powerful Dinesity 9300 chipset, a large 5400 mAh massive battery, and ultra-fast charging speed.
We can’t express the complete supremacy of Vivo X100 in a few lines, So let’s dive deep inside the specifications, performance, and user experience as well.
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Sleek design and display
Design
Say hi to the Sleek, Slippery Vivo X100 Pro (But Hold Tight!)
Remember the fancy leather back on the X90 Pro? This time, Vivo’s X100 Pro comes with an even more fascinating look, a frosted glass finish. It’s not quite as luxurious, but still looks sharp and feels comfy in your hand. Just be warned, must use it with a case or hold it tightly as this beast is super slippery, ready to get rid of your hands.
Coming to the weight the phone is a bit heavy this time, clocking in at 225 grams. Bigger battery? Bigger camera? Probably both! But don’t dare to compare it with the boring bulky designs, the X100 Pro is all about style and comfort that adds luxuriness to your personality.
This time Vivo is revealing a smooth, sleek 6.78-inch screen melting into your hands. And it just gets better, the back rocks a cool circular camera bump, like a tiny ZEISS telescope ready to capture stunning shots.
At first, I was a bit scared of dropping the Vivo phone, it’s slim and pretty tall, so reaching the top with one hand felt a bit risky. Two hands definitely felt safer! It features the IP68 thing, which means it can chill underwater for 30 minutes in up to 5 feet of water.
So, while it’s not exactly a rough-and-tumble phone, you don’t have to worry about a little rain or an accidental dunk in the pool. That’s a nice bonus for sure!
Display
This phone boasts a super high resolution of 2800×1260, making everything from movies to games quite satisfying. Need to save some battery? No problem! Just switch to the 2400x1080p setting, and you’re good to go.
But that’s not all about display, this screen isn’t just a pretty face. It’s super smooth, thanks to the 120Hz refresh rate. That means scrolling through social media feels buttery smooth, and games look incredibly realistic. Plus, there’s this cool “Smart Switch” feature that keeps an eye on what you’re doing and adjusts the refresh rate accordingly, which keeps your battery happy.
The Vivo X100 Pro display shines just as bright at 3000 nits peak brightness and 2,160Hz PWM Dimming to protect your eyes. Besides the colors are quite satisfying, giving the sharp details of even minor objects, that even you count the leaves on a distant tree.
I have been using this beast for one month, and up til now, I can’t find a single lag in its working. It’s bright, it’s vibrant, it responds like a dream.
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Camera Magic with ZEISS Flair
Photography enthusiasts keep attention! The Vivo X100 Pro is all about revealing your inner photographer with its brilliant ZEISS-powered cameras. Forget switching lenses and modes, this phone packs three mind-blowing 50MP sensors that work like a team. Trust me, the results are simply magical.
Let’s start with the king of the pack: the 50MP main camera. Imagine this, a massive 1-inch Sony sensor that captures dazzlingly bright and crisp photos in any daylight scene. No grainy mess here, just vibrant details and perfect balance. And the 4.3x optical zoom? It works like a charm, bringing distant objects closer with the same stunning clarity. The main camera with a super-wide f/1.75 aperture. This means tons of light gets captured, giving your photos incredible detail and vibrant colors, even in dim lighting. No more washed-out pictures!
Next, meet the ultrawide sensor, also rocking a generous f/2.0 aperture. Capture breathtaking landscapes, massive group shots, or whatever your creative heart desires without leaving anyone or anything out.
Though the X100 Pro shines even when the spotlight dims, Low-light photoshoots become a breeze thanks to the camera’s impressive ability to minimize noise and keep your pictures sparkling. I was roaming a vibrant Hong Kong street at night, snapping away, and every shot looked like it belonged in a postcard.
Among all lenses, the real hero is the telephoto zoom! This lens gets you closer to the object with 4.3x optical zoom, meaning you can zoom in without any quality loss. It works like a charm in most lighting conditions, even in the evening. Sure, it can go all the way up to 100x zoom, but it’s better to stay between 4.3x and 10x. At those levels, you’ll get sharp, clear zoom shots without any shakiness, thanks to the good stabilization.
The Vivo X100 Pro’s cameras are all about capturing the world around you from any angle, making itself a perfect companion on a trip. But wait, there’s more! The Zeiss APO Floating telephoto camera takes things to a whole new level. This genius technology shifts the lens like magic, focusing perfectly on faraway objects. Zoom in on that bird on the rooftop, and capture the details of a distant monument.
And to top it all off, a special Zeiss T coating reduces annoying lens reflections, making your photos even more dazzling. No more blurry patches – just pure, clear perfection.
Selfie Camera; a bit shy in the shadows
Now shift your focus on the 32MP front camera that takes respectable selfies when the sun’s out, capturing decent details and colors. But it gets blurry when the lights dim, blurring your features and making things glowy. Not exactly outstanding results in low-light situations.
The Vivo X100 Pro isn’t just about taking eye-catching photos. This phone takes video to the next level, letting you shoot movies in crystal-clear 8K resolution at 30 frames per second. That’s more detail than even most TVs can handle, future-proofing your memories.
But it’s not just about resolution. The X100 Pro has some smart tricks to use as well. Imagine filming outside and hearing every chirping bird, rustling leaf, and babbling brook perfectly – even without a fancy microphone. The phone’s voice enhancer does just that, making your outdoor videos sound as captivating as they look.
And if you dream of creating Hollywood-style movie magic, the X100 Pro will assist you in this regard too. Its cinematic mode helps you achieve professional-looking effects, blurring the background to make your subject pop like a movie star.
Benchmark and performance
Vivo X100 Pro Packs a Punch with the New MediaTek Chipset!
The Vivo X100 Pro is the first phone to boast the brand-new MediaTek Dimensity 9300 chipset, and this thing is a beast. Now forget any lag that you were experiencing previously, the 9300 brings all-out power with its big cores clocked up to 3.25GHz! Think lightning-fast apps, buttery-smooth gaming, and multitasking that wouldn’t disappoint you in any way. And here’s more: the 9300 runs toe-to-toe with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in some tests, even beating it in areas like multitasking power!
Of course, the Snapdragon still wins some rounds, but the point is, the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 is no slouch. This phone isn’t just fast, it’s a future-proof powerhouse ready to handle anything you throw at it.
Battery timing
Worried about running out of battery on your new Vivo X100 Pro? Worry not, this phone packs a massive 5,400mAh battery, a good jump from its predecessor. That means a full day of use is guaranteed, even if you’re stuck to your screen!
Of course, the battery timing depends upon the nature of the task you are doing with X100 Pro. Engaging in intense gaming or taking tons of snaps might drain the battery faster. But for everyday tasks like browsing and chatting, you’ll be never disappointed.
In our tests, the X100 Pro continuously runs over 16 hours of battery life, pretty impressive! Even if you push it hard, you will hardly need a charger before 10 hours.
Don’t be fooled by the big 120W charger in the box for the Vivo X100 Pro. Turns out, the phone itself can only handle 100W charging. Why the downgrade from the X90 Pro’s 120W speed? Vivo says it’s all about keeping your battery happy and healthy, thanks to their fancy heat-dissipation tech.
But honestly, in practical work, you won’t even notice the difference. This beast still completes 80% charging in just 20 minutes and hits 100% in 30 minutes flat, surely its pretty fast Plus, you’ve got that sweet 50W wireless charging for those times you don’t feel like plugging in.
So, while the numbers might not be the absolute highest, the Vivo X100 Pro still delivers lightning-fast charging that won’t leave you waiting around. And hey, a happy battery is a lasting battery, right?