Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
192 g |
| thickness |
7.5 mm |
| width |
74.4 mm |
| height |
160.2 mm |
| volume |
89.3916 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP67 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Vivo S30 features a sleek design with a waterproof build and an IP67 rating, ensuring protection against dust and water immersion. The device weighs 192 g and has a slim profile, with a thickness of just 7.5 mm, and dimensions of 74.4 mm in width and 160.2 mm in height. Its compact volume of 89.3916 cm³ enhances portability, though it does not offer a rugged build or folding capability.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.67" |
| pixel density |
460 ppi |
| resolution |
1260 x 2800 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
1300 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| contrast ratio |
8000000:1 |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Vivo S30 boasts a 6.67″ OLED/AMOLED display with a high resolution of 1260 x 2800 px and a pixel density of 460 ppi, delivering crisp and vibrant visuals. The display also supports a smooth 120Hz refresh rate for fluid interaction, while providing a typical brightness of 1300 nits for clear visibility in various lighting conditions. Additionally, it features Always-On Display functionality and is protected by branded Gorilla Glass for durability.
Performance:
| internal storage |
512GB |
| RAM |
16GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 |
| CPU speed |
1 x 2.8 & 4 x 2.4 & 3 x 1.8 GHz |
| GPU clock speed |
1000 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
4200 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
4 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
33.6 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
6W |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
The Vivo S30 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, offering impressive performance with a 1 x 2.8 GHz core and three additional cores running at 1.8 GHz, alongside four 2.4 GHz cores. With 16GB of RAM running at 4200 MHz and 512GB of internal storage, the device ensures smooth multitasking and ample space for apps and media. The GPU clock speed of 1000 MHz and integrated graphics support demanding tasks, while the maximum memory bandwidth of 33.6 GB/s and multithreading provide efficient processing for various applications.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 50 & 8 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.9 & 2.7 & 2.2f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
50MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
3x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| minimum focal length |
23 mm |
| maximum focal length |
70 mm |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Vivo S30 features a powerful triple-camera system on the back, with a 50 MP + 50 MP + 8 MP setup that supports optical zoom up to 3x and comes with a wide aperture of f/1.9, f/2.7, and f/2.2 for clear shots in various lighting conditions. The camera supports phase-detection autofocus for accurate photos, along with features like manual ISO, manual exposure, and burst mode for added control. Additionally, the 50 MP front camera ensures sharp selfies and supports HDR and timelapse recording.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Vivo S30 runs on Android 15 and offers a range of privacy and customization features, such as clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and camera/microphone access controls. It includes theme customization and dark mode, along with the ability to block app tracking and use on-device machine learning. Additional functionalities include split screen, customizable notifications, and offline voice recognition, enhancing user control and convenience.
Battery:
| battery power |
6500 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
90W |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Vivo S30 is equipped with a robust 6500 mAh rechargeable battery, ensuring long-lasting power for extended use. It supports fast charging with a charging speed of 90W, allowing for quick power-ups, and comes with a charger included in the box. Additionally, the device features a battery level indicator to keep track of power, though it does not support wireless charging or have a removable battery.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has aptX |
✓ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✓ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✓ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
The audio experience on this device is enhanced with stereo speakers for immersive sound. It also supports high-quality wireless audio with aptX, aptX HD, and aptX Adaptive technologies, ensuring clear and detailed playback. However, it does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, LDAC, aptX Lossless, or a built-in radio.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
May 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.4 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✓ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device offers robust connectivity options with 5G support, Wi-Fi 4, 5, and 6, and Bluetooth 5.4 for fast and stable connections. It also features NFC, USB Type-C, a fingerprint scanner, and supports GPS and Galileo for precise location tracking. However, it lacks support for external memory, satellite SOS, barometer, HDMI output, and biometric features like facial recognition or iris scanning.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device features a video light for improved lighting during video recording, but it does not include a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.