It has been some time since we last reviewed a vivo smartphone. This time round we will take a look at it’s mid ranger the V25 Pro 5G
The V25 Pro measures 158.9×73.52×8.62mm and weighs 190.0g. It has a 6.56-inch, 2376×1080 (FHD+) curved edge AMOLED screen. The phone stands out with it’s contrast changing UV sensitive backplate. (Cyan to Blue).
vivo V25 Pro is a mid range phone powered by the popular Mediatek Dimensity 1300, it has 12GB+256GB (RAM+ROM) and a battery of 4830mAh supports 66W quick charge (package comes with 44W charger).
It has 3 rear and 1 front camera.
The front camera is a 32 MP f/2.45. The rear consists of a 64MP OIS f/1.89, 8 MP wide f/2.2 and a 2MP macro at f/2.4. There are plenty of options for photos.
The vivo V25 Pro 64MP main camera is based on the ISOCELL Bright GW1, a 1/1.72” f/1.89 sensor with 0.8µm pixels (before binning). This camera has OIS and EIS stabilization and can record 4K video at 30fps.
The wide camera is a 8 MP is a Omnivision ov8856 1/4″ sensor f/2.2. The 2 MP macro is a Omnivision ov02b10 f/2.4 1/5″ sensor
The front camera uses a 32 MP based on the Samsung GD2 sensor (1/2.8”, 0.8µm) f/2.45.
Scene Modes Front: Photo, Night, Video, Live Photo, AR Stickers, Fun Video/Vlog Movie, Portrait, Double Exposure, Pro Sports, Dual View
Rear: Photo, Night, Video, High Resolution, Panorama, Slow Motion, Live Photo, Time-Lapse, Pro, AR Stickers, Documents, Dual View, Fun Video/Vlog Movie, Portrait, Double Exposure, Pro Sports
As for video recording, the rear main camera can take up to 4K/60fps (no stabilisation), up to 4K/30fps (Standard Stabilisation) and 1080p/30fps (Ultra stabilisation).
Front camera is only capable of filming at 1080p/60fps (no stabilisation) or 1080p/30fps with steadiface turn on.
The dual SIM slot supports dual standby 4G and 5G. As for 5G, common 5G SA band n78 and n1 are supported. It will also work with most 5G SA/NSA implementation so long the operator don’t block the device. We have tested it with Zero1 5G NSA and there are no issues running 5G NSA on it.
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In the package, it consists of
Headset
Documentation
Type-C to USB Cable
USB Power Adapter
Type-C to 3.5mm Earphone Jack Adapter
Eject Tool
Phone Case
Protective Film (applied)
- Basic
- Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300
- RAM&ROM12GB+256GB
*Actual available RAM is less than 12GB due to the storage of the operating system and pre-installed apps.
*Actual available ROM is less than 256GB due to the storage of the operating system and pre-installed apps.More - Battery4830mAh (typical value)
4730mAh (rated value) - Fast Charging66W (11V/6A)
*V25 Pro is equipped with vivo standard charger , and supports up to 66W. The actual charging power is dynamically adjusted as the scene changes, and subject to actual use.More - ColorStarlight Black, Surfing Blue
- Operating SystemFuntouch OS 12
- Display
- Screen6.56-inch
*Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.56-inch in the full rectangle. Actual display area is slightly smaller. - Resolution2376×1080 (FHD+)
- TypeAMOLED
- Touch ScreenCapacitive multi-touch
- Screen6.56-inch
- Digital Cameras
- CameraFront 32MP AF / Rear 64MP OIS + 8MP wide-angle + 2MP macro
- ApertureFront: main f/2.45
Rear: main f/1.89 wide-angle f/2.2 macro f/2.4 - FlashRear flash
- Scene ModesFront: Photo, Night, Video, Live Photo, AR Stickers, Fun Video/Vlog Movie, Portrait, Double Exposure, Pro Sports, Dual View
Rear: Photo, Night, Video, High Resolution, Panorama, Slow Motion, Live Photo, Time-Lapse, Pro, AR Stickers, Documents, Dual View, Fun Video/Vlog Movie, Portrait, Double Exposure, Pro SportsMore
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi2.4GHz, 5GHz
- BluetoothBluetooth 5.2
- USBType-C
- GPSSupported
- NFCSupported
- OTGSupported
- Network
- SIM Slot Type2 nano SIMs
- Standby ModeDual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS)
- 2G GSMGSM850/900/1800/1900MHz
- 3G WCDMAB1/2/4/5/8
- 4G FDD-LTEB1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/26/28/66
- 4G TDD-LTEB38/39/40/41
- 5G NR NSAn1/3/5/7/8/28/38/40/41/77/78
- 5G NR SA*n1/2/3/5/7/8/20/28/40/41/66/77/78
5G band support depends on the available network and software version. The actual network frequency band usage depends on the deployment of local ISP.More
- Sensors
- FingerprintSupported
- AccelerometerSupported
- Ambient light sensorSupported
- Proximity SensorSupported
- E-compassSupported
- GyroscopeSupported
- Media
- Audio PlaybackWAV, MP3, MP2, MP1, MIDI, Vorbis, APE, FLAC, AAC, OPUS
- Video recordingMP4
- Voice RecordingSupported
- Location
- GPS, BEIDOU, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
- In the box
- V25 Pro
Headset
Documentation
Type-C to USB Cable
USB Power Adapter
Type-C to 3.5mm Earphone Jack Adapter
Eject Tool
Phone Case
Protective Film (applied)
- V25 Pro
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Geekbench scores
From the scores, we can see that the Mediatek Dimensity 1300 performance is nearthe Samsung Galaxy S21 based on Exynos 2100. It is somewhat on par with a Snapdragon 865 or 870.
3DMark Wild Life
It is interesting to observe that the Dimensity 1200 still outperforms the Dimensity 1300.
From the results, we see that it is slightly faster than the Oppo Find X3, Xiaomi Black Shark 5, Vivo X60 Pro Snapdragon 870.
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Both V25 Pro and Pixel 7 Pro takes excellent shots. The colours are cooler on the V25 Pro and the colours are less saturated.
As for night shots taken in almost total darkness, the V25 Pro had difficulty focusing. Images are noisier than the Pixel 7 Pro.
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We tested the video recording on the rear and front camera.
The front camera is only capable of recording in 1080p/30fps. Compared to the Pixel 7 Pro, both exhibits the same issues. The camera is unable to handle sudden change in lighting. The videos ended up with sudden burst of light. In comparison, the colour composition on the V25 Pro looks more natural but details are lost.
As for the rear camera, image stabilisation is not supported at 4k/60fps on the V25 Pro. It is on by default on the Pixel 7 Pro.
Video shot in 4K/60 without stabilisation is a bit shaky but generally the details are maintained. With 4K/30 Stabilisation turn on, the video is very steady but we do see a bit of jitters.
In 1080p/60 fps with Stabilisation and 1080p/30 fps with Ultra Stabilisation turned on, both gave the best results. There are still jittering in the recording but the videos are not overexposed.
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The test was done on Circles.Life 4G
The test was done on Zero1 5G (NSA)
[nextpage title=”Conclusion”]
vivo V25 Pro is the first smartphone we reviewed and it powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 1300. This mid ranger is quite responsive and is on par with other mid range phones like the Oppo Reno8 Pro based on the Dimensity 1200 or Snapdragon 865. The vivo V25 Pro runs cooler than the phones powered by Qualcomm 8 Gen 1. Although it bears a higher number, 1300, it is slightly slower than phones powered by the Dimensity 1200 smartphone.
In terms of design, the vivo V25 Pro is pretty slim and carved out to shine with the backplate’s changing colour when it is exposed to UV light.
The main camera takes good pictures in dark environments but not in total darkness. The camera has difficulty focusing in dark environment. It will take up to 2 secs to take a shot. Day shots are generally impressive.
In HD video recording in 30 fps/60 fps, the stabilisation is impressive. Unfortunately, stabilisation modes are not supported in 4K mode. The Super Night Mode in video recording also brightens up the night video shoots.
As for 5G SA and NSA compatibility, this phone works works with Zero1 5G NSA network, It should work with other 5G SA networks too.
The 5G supports both 5G SA and NSA. The 4G 4×4 MIMO support for various LTE bands also boosted the internet speeds.
In Conclusion, I think V25 Pro is all rounded phone and is suitable for vlogging or photography in dim environments.
The vivo V25 Pro is priced at S$849 at Lazada.sg
Pros
- Lightweight and Slim design
- 66W quick charge
- OIS and EIS stabilisation
Cons
- Video Stabilisation only for HD and 4K/30 fps
- Apeture size
- 44 W charger
Ratings
- Performance 9
- Design 9
- Features 10
- Usability 9
- Value for money 10
- Score : 9.4 / 10
