vivo S9
The vivo S9 is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 1100 (6 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2021).
2021 · Mid-range · Android 11ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Smooth Mediatek Dimensity 1100 (6 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓12GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓64 MP main camera for sharp photos
✓Sharp 409 PPI screen
✓6.44" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
⊗ Cons
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 1100 (6 nm)
Upper-mid performance — fast and capable
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
RAM
12GB | 8GB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
409 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
64 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Weight
173g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
158.4 x 73.9 x 7.4 mm (6.24 x 2.91 x 0.29 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Colors
Black, White, Gradient Blue