The Snapdragon 888 processor is currently found in the high-end Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold smartphones. The Galaxy A73 5G, on the other hand, is the most costly phone in the Samsung Galaxy A series, thanks to its Snapdragon 778G CPU. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is priced at Rs. 84,999, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is priced at Rs. 1,49,999. The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G costs Rs. 41,999 in India. The Samsung Foldable Galaxy A phone is expected to cost more than this, but less than the Galaxy Z Flip 3.
The battery capacity has been raised by 200mAh, and cable fast charging up to 80W is now supported. A few hardware improvements to the camera system have also been performed to boost the output even more. Is there any difference in real-world performance as a result of this? Let's have a look.
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is a television show that follows a group of people who have The quad-lens camera on the X-Factor, for example, captures beautiful daylight images. The custom-built Samsung GNV sensor (basically an enhanced GN1) with 50MP OIS (f/1.6) excels with sharpness and details. It also excels at contrast and captures a large dynamic range. Images are well-exposed and contain plenty of detail (both 12.5MP pixel-binned and 50MP), so they'll look great in your social feeds. The sensors function well in terms of focussing for still images; however, this is not the case for videos. However, thanks to a tiny gimbal arrangement, stability is excellent. When capturing images in low-light situations, Vivo's dedicated imaging chip comes in helpful. Uneven light, light flares, intense sunshine that falls directly on the camera, and specific light sources in low light are all beautifully countered by the camera sensors.
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In low-light situations, the X80 Pro continues to shine. Images are free of noise and have a large dynamic range. No unwanted blown-out light sources are guaranteed thanks to Vivo's image chip and ZEISS' partnership. The camera sensor gathers so much data that the end product will astound you. In fact, you'll notice the difference in real time in the viewfinder as you take the image. The 48MP (Sony IMX598) 14mm f/2.2 AF wide-angle sensor is also capable of producing high-quality images. Although the images are slightly less crisp, they are well-exposed and have a wide dynamic range.
The zoom shots are also well-represented by the camera sensor. Both the 2x and 5x images appear crisp and detailed. The 60x zoom images are a shambles and don't equal the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra's results. There is no better cellphone than the Galaxy S22 Ultra if you want a superior zoom camera. The Vivo X80 Pro offers a variety of modes, focal lengths, and filters for experimenting with portrait shooting, with typically satisfactory results. If you want natural skin tones, don't bother with the beautifying modes. The 2x zoom shots produced the best results among the 1x, 2x, and 5x zoom shots.
Premium Design & IP68 Rated Body
The X80 Pro can easily bag the title of the best-looking flagship handset in 2022. It looks and feels every bit premium. The glass-metal construction feels sturdy and the stealthy black color looks gorgeous. Similar to the X70 Pro+, the X80 Pro also flaunts a curved screen and a metal frame. Vivo has made some cosmetic changes in the camera module design. The massive two-step camera module now has a circular section housing the three sensors, the laser AF sensor, and the ZEISS branding.
The periscope telephoto sensor, as well as the dual-LED flashlights, remain outside the circle. The design appears to be more refined. The frosted glass back is still there, with a delicate texture that feels wonderful to the touch and resists fingerprints and smudges. The phone is water and dust resistant to IP68 standards, and the screen is protected by a layer of Schott Xensation UP glass, which doesn't equal the durability of Gorilla Glass Victus but should provide some protection.
In terms of ergonomics, the X80 Pro is one of the heaviest flagships (215g) and isn't quite appropriate for one-handed operation. The X80 Pro is almost as large as the Galaxy S22 Ultra and requires two hands to operate comfortably. Avoid the X80 Pro if you prefer tiny and lightweight gadgets.
Beautiful 2K Curved Display The X80 Pro has a stunning 2K display with excellent touch sensitivity, color reproduction, and outdoor visibility. It's a large Samsung-made 6.78-inch 10-bit curved OLED panel with HDR10 compatibility and a peak brightness of 1500nits. This is bright enough for comfortable outdoor use, but it's worth noting that the peak brightness still falls short of the top Galaxy S22 Ultra and Apple iPhones. The OLED display, on the other hand, is sharp, has excellent viewing angles, and generates deep blacks. The X80 Pro delivers a class-leading movie playback and gaming experience thanks to its excellent 517 PPI pixel density and color palettes like DCI-P3. Overall, the display of the X80 Pro is one of the greatest on a premium computer.
Multitasking and gaming performance are both smooth.
The handset is powered by Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, so there's no shortage of power. The same chip powers the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, iQOO 9 Pro, OnePlus 10 Pro, Xiaomi 12 Pro, and other 2022 flagships. The octa-core SoC, which is based on a 4nm process node, provides reliable performance with heavy apps and demanding game titles like BGMI, Apex Legends, and COD Mobile. With the massive 12GB LPDDR 5 RAM, multitasking is also a breeze. The gadget comes with 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage that cannot be increased due to the lack of a microSD card slot.
Audio that is clear and loud, as well as future-proof connectivity The stereo speakers of the X80 Pro generate clear and powerful sounds. Even if you don't have headphones, you can still enjoy films and games. The sound that comes from the two speakers is clear and crisp. The emphasis is mostly on achieving a well-defined treble response, compelling vocals, and solid low-end thud. The X80 Pro supports Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, dual-band Wi-Fi, and a variety of 5G bands (n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/ n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78), making it future-proof for high-speed 5G connection
What Is the Worst Software? The Vivo X80 Pro runs Funtouch 12 on top of Android 12, which isn't really enjoyable to use. It may appear to be smooth and intuitive at first, but as you use it on a daily basis, you'll notice various functional discrepancies. A search bar in the app drawer, for example, is near the top, whereas it should ideally be towards the bottom for easy access on a smartphone with such a big display. The dark mode is also uneven, darkening some screens or text it shouldn't. For a phone at this price, the number of pre-loaded apps is just too high. The software on Samsung and OnePlus devices is far superior to what Vivo has to offer.
Better Battery Life Could Have Been Achieved
The battery in the Vivo X80 Pro is somewhat larger than on the Vivo X80. However, there are no discernible gains in real-world performance. With heavy usage, this gadget would only last a day, which isn't surprising given the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1's higher power consumption. The X80 Pro might last a day and a half if you're a moderate user, but not much longer. The connected 80W fast-charging, thankfully, refuels the battery in roughly 40 minutes. If you want more battery life but don't want to compromise on performance, the OnePlus 10 Pro is the superior option.
