UAE Price
AED 950
India Price
₹29,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2024
The vivo S18 Pro 256GB is Vivo's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 950 in the UAE and ₹29,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The vivo S18 Pro 256GB excels with its 50MP main sensor featuring OIS and 2800-nit peak brightness, delivering exceptional detail and outdoor visibility. The 80W wired charging refills the 5000mAh battery in under 35 minutes, while 120Hz AMOLED with 2800x1260 resolution ensures buttery, vivid visuals. It’s built for creators who shoot 4K video daily and need rapid charging between shoots, especially those using the 50MP ultrawide for landscapes or 2x optical zoom for portraits. Its weakness? The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip runs hot under prolonged 120Hz gaming, throttling after 18 minutes. In UAE at AED 950, it’s competitive because it outpaces rivals like the Xiaomi 13T in charging speed and screen brightness at this price. In India at ₹29999, it’s overpriced—compared to the OnePlus 12R with better thermals and same 80W charging for ₹28999, the S18 Pro’s premium design doesn’t justify the ₹1000 gap.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired, PD Reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.49", PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.0, (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, (ultrawide), 1/2.76" |
| Features | Ring-LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 50 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), AF |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 75.1 x 7.5 mm (6.47 x 2.96 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 188 g (6.63 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2800 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2800 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~453 ppi density) |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Black, Blue, Silver |
| Models | V2344A |
| Price | About 410 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, December 14 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, January 13 |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-X3 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G715 MC11 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the S18 Pro.
It remains a solid value for users seeking a balanced smartphone with strong camera performance and reliable software support. If you prioritize photography and don't need the latest flagship features, it's still a worthwhile purchase in 2026.
The vivo S18 Pro 256GB is priced at AED 950 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The vivo S18 Pro 256GB is priced at ₹29999 in India. It is available through official vivo stores and leading e-commerce platforms nationwide.
The vivo S18 Pro 256GB delivers excellent daytime photo quality with vibrant colors and sharp details. Its night mode captures bright, low-noise images even in dim lighting conditions.
The vivo S18 Pro 256GB offers all-day battery life with moderate to heavy usage. It comfortably lasts from morning until late evening with typical daily tasks.
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