UAE Price
AED 950
India Price
₹15,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2024
The vivo S18e 128GB is Vivo's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~88.3% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Dimensity 7200 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4800 mAh battery. At AED 950 in the UAE and ₹15,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The vivo S18e 128GB excels with 80W wired charging, replenishing its 4800mAh battery in under 35 minutes, and delivers 5G connectivity on the efficient 4nm Dimensity 7200 chipset. Its 1080 x 2400 pixel display offers sharp 395 ppi clarity, ideal for extended media viewing. This phone targets students and young professionals who need all-day battery life and rapid charging without carrying a bulky power bank. However, the 16MP main camera lacks OIS and struggles in low light, producing noisy images after sunset. The plastic frame and glossy back feel cheap compared to rivals at this price. In UAE at AED 950, it’s competitive because few phones under AED 1000 offer 80W charging and 5G. In India at ₹15999, it’s overpriced — the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ offers a 200MP camera and better build for the same cost. Skip if low-light photography matters.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 4800 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired, PD Reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 4800 mAh |
| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.95", 0.65µm, PDAF, OIS Auxiliary lens |
| Features | Ring-LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Video | 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, 5, 8, 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, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, QZSS, BDS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 162.4 x 74.9 x 7.7 mm (6.39 x 2.95 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 193 g (6.81 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, 1800 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~88.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Black, Purple, Silver |
| Models | V2334A |
| Price | About 270 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, December 14 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, January 13 |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 7200 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 6x Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC4 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the S18e.
It may still be a decent budget option if you find it at a steep discount, but newer models will likely offer better performance and software support by then. Consider it only if your needs are basic and you prioritize low cost over longevity.
The vivo S18e 128GB is priced at AED 950 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The vivo S18e 128GB is priced at ₹15999 in India. It is available through official vivo stores and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The vivo S18e 128GB delivers sharp daytime photos with good color accuracy and decent detail in its main sensor. Night mode enhances low-light shots without excessive noise, making it reliable for casual photography.
The vivo S18e 128GB offers a full day of moderate use on a single charge, including social media, calls, and streaming. Heavy usage may require a midday top-up, but it handles typical daily tasks well.
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