As expected, Vivo has today launched the 4GB RAM variant of its Vivo V9 Pro smartphone in the Indian market. Earlier, the phone was launched in India in only one variant with 6GB of RAM and 64GB storage. While the 6GB RAM model was Amazon-exclusive in India, the 4GB RAM model will be available from Flipkart.

The 4GB RAM model of Vivo V9 Pro carries a price tag of Rs. 17,990 but is currently available for Rs. 15,990 during Flipkart‘s Big Diwali Sale.The phone’s pricing may go up once the Flipkart sale ends on 5th November.

Apart from the change in memory configuration, every other specifications of the phone remains the same. It features a 6.3-inch Full HD+ FullView Display 2.0 with 2280 x 1080 pixels screen resolution and 19:9 aspect ratio.

Under the hood, the device is powered by a capable mid-range Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor, which is paired along with Adreno 512 GPU. It comes with an inbuilt storage of 64GB, which can be further expanded up to 256GB using a microSD card.

For photography, the device features a dual camera setup on the back, consisting of a 13-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary depth sensor with f/2.2 aperture and LED flash. For taking selfies and video calling, it features a 16-megapixel front-facing snapper with AI Selfie Lighting and AI Face Beauty mode.

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Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2, Micro-USB port, and 3.5mm headphone jack. It runs on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own FunTouch OS on top and the device is backed by a 3,260mAh battery.

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In September, Vivo had introduced the Vivo V9 Pro smartphone with 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage in India. Fresh information shared by 91 Mobiles reveals that the Chinese manufacturer may debut a new variant of the smartphone on Nov. 1 in India. The speculated 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variant of the Vivo V9 Pro is expected to be available for buying exclusively through Flipkart.

The 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variant of the Vivo V9 Pro was introduced with a price tag of Rs. 19,990 (~$272) in India last month. Currently, it is selling with a discounted price of Rs. 17,990 (~$245) in the country and it can be availed exclusively through Amazon India. The publication claims that the upcoming Flipkart-exclusive 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage edition of the phone would be costing Rs. 15,990 (~$218).

The forthcoming 4 GB RAM variant of the Vivo V9 Pro will have the same specs as its 6 GB RAM model. The V9 Pro features a 6.3-inch IPS LCD display that includes a small notch. The screen carries support for 19:9 aspect ratio and FHD+ resolution.

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The Snapdragon 660 chipset is at the helm of the Vivo V9 Pro. It is preinstalled with Android 8.1 Oreo OS that is flavored with FunTouch OS 4.0. The 13-megapixel + 2-meagpixel dual camera setup resides on its back panel. For shooting selfies, it possesses a selfie camera of 16-megapixel. The other features of the smartphone include 3,260mAh battery, microSD card slot and rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.

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Mid-end phones improved a lot in 2018. Now they feature a way better design, great performance, and even better cameras if we compare them with the ones released in the first half of the year. This is a comparison between Vivo V9 Pro, Huawei Nova 3i and Honor 8X, all devices recently released with very exciting specs at a very good price, unlike the most powerful flagships.

Vivo V9 Pro vs Huawei Nova 3i vs Huawei Honor 8X

Design

I personally like the design of Huawei Nova 3i very much, and I like it because it is available in a very impressive gradient hue: Iris Purple which goes from blue on the upper part to purple in the lower one. And the device even comes with a stunning reflective glass on the back. But if you do not like this color, then Huawei Honor 8X has a better design thanks to its higher screen-to-body ratio. Vivo V9 Pro is beautiful, but I do not like it as much as its opponents from Huawei.

Display

The most interesting display belongs to Huawei Honor 8X as it has a huge 6.5-inch diagonal. So, it is very comfortable to read or watch videos with this handsets, and that is why I would pick it. Viewing quality is not so different between these devices, so I am not going to make a choice by basing on viewing quality. Indeed, all of them have IPS panels and a Full HD+ resolution.

Specs & Software

Vivo V9 Pro is the device with the highest performance, thanks to its more powerful SoC. We are talking about the Snapdragon 660 by Qualcomm, which has a more powerful GPU than Kirin 710 and a max frequency of 2.2 GHz. Further, this device alongside the Huawei Honor 8X sports a dedicated micro SD slot. While it has the best hardware, we like more the software found on Huawei phones. Vivo V9 Pro comes with Funtouch OS installed, while Nova 3i and Honor 8X have the EMUI. But overall, I would still pick Vivo V9 Pro.

Camera

Which of these devices should you choose from this trio? It mainly depends on which cameras you are interested in. If you care more about rear cameras, then go for the Honor 8X as it features a higher resolution as well as a brighter aperture which provide more detailed shots, especially in low-light conditions. But if you care about selfies the most, then you should choose Huawei Nova 3i as it has a great dual front camera with 24 and 2 MP resolutions and with f/2.0 aperture, as well as a very advanced AI beauty mode.

Battery

Huawei Honor 8X is the handset with the biggest battery. Its lithium unit has a way bigger capacity than the opponents and it is able to last a lot more. But note that, on the other hand, it also has bigger dimensions, so if you want a device which fits in your pocket it may not be the best choice for you.

Price

Even though their specs are similar, these handsets come with different prices. Vivo V9 Pro costs about $347 or €300, Huawei Nova 3i costs about $405 or €350 and Huawei Honor 8X has an average price of $254/€220. With the actual prices, Huawei Honor 8X has the best value for money and it wins the comparison.

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Vivo V9 Pro vs Huawei Nova 3i vs Honor 8X: PROs and CONS

Vivo V9 Pro

PROs

• Wide display
• Good hardware
• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Nice selfie camera

CONS

• Not so exciting rear camera

Huawei Nova 3i

PROs

• Wonderful design
• Four cameras
• Good performance
• Wide display

CONS

• Higher price

Huawei Honor 8X

PROs

• Bigger display
• High screen-to-body ratio
• Big battery
• Affordable price
• micro SD dedicated slot

CONS

• Dimensions

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In 2018, flagships smartphones are not the only solution to get a beautiful and performing device. You can bring an excellent handset even if you do not spend a lot of money, thanks to the upper midrange segment. Here we will show you a comparison between Vivo V9 Pro, Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite and Oppo F9 Pro, three devices known for having wonderful aesthetics, pretty nice performances, and even above-average cameras if we consider their price ranges.

Vivo V9 Pro vs Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite vs Oppo F9 Pro

Design

The most beautiful, futuristic and original device of the trio is the Oppo F9 Pro. It features a diamond-like patterned glass back as well as very original gradient hues available (Twilight Blue and Starry Purple). Besides this, it has an amazing borderless display with the highest screen-to-body ratio and a waterdrop notch. It is definitely one of the most attractive mid-rangers.

Display

I would pick Oppo F9 Pro even when it comes to the display. It has a wide 6.3-inch panel with the LTPS technology, wide angles, and a high brightness. It is a very nice display, but note that the difference between this screen and the panels of the other two handsets is just marginal in terms of viewing quality and detail. Even the size is very similar. So do not choose your device by basing on the display.

Specs & Software

Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite and Vivo V9 Pro are the ones I prefer in terms of hardware, as they come with the Snapdragon 660 SoC which I define better for advanced users if we compare it with the MediaTek Helio P60 found on the Oppo F9 Pro. If you choose the most expensive variant, you will get more from the Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite as it features 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. But note that Vivo V9 Pro and Oppo F9 Pro have a dedicated micro SD slot, while you can not expand the Mi 8 Lite’s storage. These devices all come with a highly-customized Android fork which offers nice additional features.

Camera

I believe Oppo F9 has the best camera. On the paper, it offers a brighter aperture as well as a higher resolution for both the rear and the front sensor. Further, it has nice AI-backed features in the software dedicated to selfies. Its secondary sensor can capture depth info for a better bokeh effect.

Battery

Oppo F9 Pro has the biggest battery and also the one that charges in the fastest way, so it is the winner of the battery comparison. It is powered by VOOC Flash Charge, a technology which can provide 2 hours of talk time with just 5 minutes of charging.

Price

Vivo just launched the V9 Pro in India with a price tag of $275, Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite costs $175 in its base variant and Oppo F9 Pro costs $338. Oppo F9 Pro is the best, but with the actual prices, Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite has the best value for money.

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Vivo V9 Pro vs Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite vs Oppo F9 Pro: PROs and CONS

Vivo V9 Pro

PROs

• Wide display
• Good hardware
• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Nice selfie camera

CONS

• Not so exciting rear camera

Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite

PROs

• Wonderful design
• More affordable
• Good performance
• Nice cameras
• Big display

CONS

• No micro SD

Oppo F9 Pro

PROs

• Big display
• High screen-to-body ratio
• Nice cameras
• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Original design

CONS

• Lower-end SoC

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After launching the Vivo V11 in the Indian market, Vivo has now launched yet another mid-range smartphone in India — Vivo V9 Pro, which is the upgraded version of the Vivo V9 launched earlier this month. The Vivo V9 Pro is the same phone that was recently launched in Indonesia as the Vivo V9 6GB.

The phone features a 6.3-inch FullView Display 2.0 with a screen resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels. Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 660 AIE octa-core processor powers the device, along with Adreno 512 graphics processor.

It packs 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. There’s a dedicated microSD card slot, which enables users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity up to 256GB.

In the camera department, the device comes with a dual rear camera setup, consisting of a 13-megapixel primary sensor with LED flash and a f/2.2 aperture, and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. On the front side, there’s a 16-megapixel sensor along with an f/2.0 aperture, and features like AI Selfie Lighting, AI Face Beauty, among others.

Connectivity options on the device include Dual SIM, 4G VoLTE, dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth v4.2, GPS/ A-GPS, a 3.5mm headphone jack, USB OTG, and a micro USB port for charging and data transfer.

The phone is running Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own FunTouch OS 4.0 and is powered by a 3,260mAh non-removable battery.

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The Vivo V9 Pro will be available in Black color exclusively through Amazon India and Vivo Store. The phone is priced at Rs. 19,990 (approximately $275) in India but will be available at a special price of Rs. 17,990 (approximately $248) during Amazon India’s Great India Festival.

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Earlier this year, in March, Vivo launched its Vivo V9 smartphone in the Indian market. Now, the Chinese manufacturer is gearing up to launch an upgraded model of the same in the Indian market, dubbed as Vivo V9 Pro.

A landing page for the Vivo V9 Pro, which went live on Amazon India, reveals that the phone will be Amazon-exclusive and will be launched on 26th September. It seems that this is the same model that was recently launched in Indonesia as the Vivo V9 6GB.

The phone’s landing page reveals that it’ll come with a FullView 2.0 display. The phone packs Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 660 AIE processor and 6GB of RAM.

The Vivo V9 Pro will have a 6.3-inch 19:9 display with a notch on top and around 90% screen-to-body ratio. It’ll come with 64GB of internal storage, along with a microSD card slot that enables users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity.

Coming to the camera department, there’ll be a dual camera setup, featuring a 13-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor for depth sensing. On the front side, there’s a 12-megapixel Dual Pixel camera sensor for taking selfies and video calling.

The phone will be running Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box, with the company’s own FunTouch 4.0 custom interface on top. The device will be powered by a 3,260mAh battery, which should be enough to last an entire day on moderate usage.

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We are expecting the Vivo V9 Pro to come in two color options — Black and Red. To know the phone’s pricing and availability information for the Indian market, we’ll have to wait for the company to officially launch the device on 26th September.

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