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Vivo S18 Series Gets A Launch Date in China For 14th December

Highlights

Vivo S18 Series launch scheduled for December 14, 2023, in China.
Series includes Vivo S18, S18 Pro, and S18e, catering to diverse market segments.
Vivo S18 to feature Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC and 5,000 mAh battery.
Vivo S18 Pro boasts MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ chipset and 50 MP Sony IMX920 camera.

The Vivo S18 series has been confirmed for a December 14, 2023 launch, in China.

Ahead of this day let’s take a look at the lineup itself and see what devices are going to be on offer.

Spoiler alert: there’s going to be more than just smartphones on the menu.

Launch Date and Event Details

Vivo S18 Series: Launch Date

The launch event is slated for 02:00 pm local time in China, which translates to 04:30 pm IST.

A special guest appearance is also going to be made by the Vivo TWS 3e alongside the S18 series.

But first the smartphones.
The series will comprise the Vivo S18, Vivo S18 Pro, and Vivo S18e, each poised to cater to different segments of the market.

Interestingly, for its global debut, the series will be rebranded as the Vivo V30 or Vivo V31 series, so that Vivo fans in India are not left out.

Vivo S18 and S18 Pro: Expected Specs

Vivo S18 Series: Expected Specs

The vanilla Vivo S18 is confirmed to sport the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC and a substantial 5,000 mAh battery.

In terms of aesthetics, the Vivo S18 doesn’t disappoint, with colour options like Clear (Blue), Flowers Are Blooming (White), and Black.

Stepping up the game, the Vivo S18 Pro will actually feature the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ chipset, a flagship silicone from last year.

The camera system is also especially noteworthy, with the S18 Pro sharing the same VCS main camera as the Vivo X100 – a 50 MP Sony IMX920 primary sensor.

Both the Vivo S18 and S18 Pro boast a curved OLED display, ensuring a premium visual experience.

From all the leaked looks, the handsets’ design language is modern and sleek, accentuated by a triple-camera setup housed in a distinct squared-shaped island at the back.

No details as such for the Vivo S18e but we expect it to target the budget audience.

Also, the new TWS 3e are also likely to be in the affordable category. We’ll update you as and when we get more information.

Vivo S18 Specs

GENERAL

Sim Type	Dual Sim, GSM+GSM
Dual Sim	Yes
Sim Size	Nano+Nano SIM
Device Type	Smartphone
Release Date	December 14, 2023 (Expected)

DESIGN

Bezel less

Yes

DISPLAY

Type	Color OLED Screen (1.07B)
Touch	Yes, 480 Hz Touch Sampling Rate
Size	6.82 inches, 1800 x 3440 pixels, 144 Hz
Aspect Ratio	20:9
PPI	~ 569 PPI
Screen to Body Ratio	~ 93.3%
Features	P3 color gamut, 2800nits
Notch	Yes, Punch Hole

MEMORY

RAM	8 GB
Storage	128 GB
Storage Type	UFS 3.1
Card Slot	No

CONNECTIVITY

GPRS	Yes
EDGE	Yes
3G	Yes
4G	Yes
5G	Yes
5G Bands	n1/n3/n5/n8/n28A/n41/n77/n78
VoLTE	Yes
Wifi	Yes, with wifi-hotspot
Wifi Version	Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth	Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
USB	Yes, USB-C v2.0
USB Features	USB on-the-go

EXTRA

GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes, In Display
Face Unlock	Yes
Sensors	Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Color Spectrum
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No
Extra	NFC

CAMERA

Rear Camera	64 MP (Wide Angle) 8 MP f/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 2 MP f/2.4 (Macro) with autofocus
Features	HDR, Panorama
Video Recording	4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD
Flash	Yes, LED
Front Camera	Punch Hole 32 MP f/2.45 (Wide Angle)
Front Video Recording	1080p @ 30 fps FHD

TECHNICAL

OS	Android v14
Custom UI	OriginOS 5
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen3
CPU	2.63 GHz, Octa Core Processor
Core Details	1xPrime Core@2.63 GHz & 3xPerformance Cores@2.4 GHz& 4xEfficiency cores@1.8 GHz
GPU	Adreno GPU
Java	No
Browser	Yes

MULTIMEDIA

Email	Yes
Music	Yes
Video	Yes
FM Radio	No
Document Reader	Yes

BATTERY

Type	Non-Removable Battery
Size	5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery
Fast Charging	Yes, 67W Fast Charging
Reverse Charging	Yes

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Vivo S18 and S18 Pro?

The Vivo S18 is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC and a 5,000 mAh battery. The S18 Pro steps up with the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ chipset and a high-end 50 MP Sony IMX920 camera, promising top-tier performance and exceptional photography capabilities.

When is the Vivo S18 Series launch date, and where will it take place?

The Vivo S18 Series is set to launch on December 14, 2023, in China. The event will take place at 02:00 pm local time, which is 04:30 pm IST, showcasing the latest innovations from Vivo.