Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA) vs Vivo NEX S (256GB)

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Side by side comparison between Sony Xperia XZs vs Vivo NEX S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

6/18/2018 8:11 PM, updated: 5/10/2020 7:37 PM

Compare Vivo NEX S X Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA) 11Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.2"
TFT

1080x1920

19.2
MP

13mp

4GB
RAM

Quad-core

2900
mAh

(Non removable)

16Points Vivo NEX S (256GB) Compare Sony Xperia XZs X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.59"
AMOLED

1080x2316

12
MP

8mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Vivo NEX S (256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

11 Advantages Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	vs	16 Advantages Vivo NEX S (256GB)
+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+161 grams (5.64 ounces)24% Lighter	vs	199 grams (6.97 ounces)
+424 PPI9% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	388 PPI
+(back) 19.2MP13% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(dual camera) 12MP + 5MP
+1/2.3" inches11% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.	vs	1/2.55" inches
+(front) 13MP60% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 8MP
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+Waterproof (IP?)Advantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
2.15GHz 64bit Quad-core	vs	+2.8GHz 64bit Octa-core63% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
4GB LPDDR4	vs	+8GB LPDDR4X100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
32GB (20GB available)	vs	+256GB (236GB available)11 times More internal storage for applications and files
8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)	vs	+8 millimeters (0.31 inches)1% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
1080x1920 pixels	vs	+1080x2316 pixels21% Higher resolution screen
5.2"	vs	+6.59"27% Larger screen
LED flash	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
EIS: Digital stabilization	vs	+OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
f/2.0 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.8 (aperture)11% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Android 7.1 Nougat	vs	+Android 8.1 OreoAdvantage Android 8.1 Oreo is newer and safer
(4G LTE-A) 450 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE-A) 1024 Mbps128% Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
2900 mAh	vs	+4000 mAh38% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
4.2 + A2DP	vs	+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster

24 Common items in both devices

16 million

Only digital zoom

LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus

HDR photo/video on both cameras / HDR photo on both cameras

4K UHD (3840x2160)

(front) Full HD (1920x1080)

4G LTE-A

+17 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	NEX S (256GB)
Other model names	Sony Xperia XZs G8231 32GB Single-Sim, Sony Keyaki SS	NEX旗舰版, vivo NEX Special edition, NEX Ultimate, BBK Apex
Country or region available	USA	(Global, International), China
Brand	Sony	Vivo
Release date	4/1/2017	6/1/2018
Depth	8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)	8 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)	72 x 146 millimeters (2.83 x 5.75 in)	77 x 162 millimeters (3.03 x 6.38 in)
Weight	161 grams (5.64 ounces)	199 grams (6.97 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and others	Waterproof (IP?)	Not supported
📲 Display
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	5.2" inches	6.59" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~70.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~86% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x1920 pixels	1080x2316 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	424 PPI	388 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 4	Not supported
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
System version	Android 7.1 Nougat	Android 8.1 Oreo
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 MSM8998 (10nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.8GHz Kryo 385 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.7GHz Kryo 385 Silver (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 530	Qualcomm Adreno 630 710Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
RAM memory	4GB LPDDR4	8GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage	32GB (20GB available)	256GB (236GB available)
External storage	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	450/50 Mbps	1024/150 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat9 700/800/850/900/1500/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,12,13,17,19,20,26,28,29,32) TD-LTE 1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,39,40,41)	LTE Cat16 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,12,17,18,19,20,25,26,28) TD-LTE (Bands 34,38,39,40,41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Back camera (main camera)	19.2 megapixels	(dual camera) 12 megapixels 5MP depth f/2.4
Main camera resolution	5056x3792 pixels	4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	25mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.3" inches	1/2.55" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.4µm pixel
Autofocus	LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Front camera (secondary)	13 megapixels	8 megapixels
Front camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	22mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, OGG, FLAC	MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.2 + A2DP	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	2900 mAh	4000 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	22.5W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	17.8 hours	feature not registered
Standby	610 hours (25.4 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Warm Silver, Ice Blue • USB OTG On-The-Go • Metal body • Triluminos display • X-Reality Engine • Sony Exmor RS camera • 720p@960fps slow motion • Fast battery charging • Quick Charge 3.0 • 24-bit/192kHz audio • IP68 certified: dust proof and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30min	• Colors: Black, Red • Funtouch OS 4 • 32-bit/192kHz audio • Pop-up front camera
☢️ Radiation rate
	Sony Xperia XZs (G8231 USA)	Vivo NEX S (256GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered