Vivo T3x Review: Budget-Friendly Performer

Comparos Rating 8.0/10

Pros

• Both inside and outdoor viewing of the spectacle is passable.
• Everyday chores and casual games are where the phone shines.
• Fast charging of the 6,000mAh battery ensures reliable backup.

Cons

• Not everyone will find the camera to perform up to par.
• There are a tonne of pre-installed applications on the phone, including ones from third parties.

Impressively priced and providing an appealing combination of features and performance is the Vivo T3x smartphone. Targeted at internet consumers seeking a reasonably priced, powerful gadget, it succeeds in standing out in the cutthroat sub-Rs 15,000 market. What the Vivo T3x offers is examined in detail here.

Design and Display

We tested the Vivo T3x in Celestial Green and it has a lovely brushed finish on the rear. This model maintains the phone appearing clean by successfully hiding fingerprints and smudges. The phone is very light (weighing only 199 grammes) for a device with a large 6,000mAh battery, which makes it easy to handle for long durations. Furthermore enhancing a firm grip are the flat edges.

Along with a 3.5mm headphone socket and a speaker grille on the bottom edge, the gadget has a USB Type-C connector for data transmission and charging. The power button and volume rocker are located on the right spine; it also doubles as a quick and dependable fingerprint scanner.

A 6.72-inch FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 1000 nits brightness LCD screen powers the Vivo T3x. For the money, it offers a good viewing experience even if it lacks the punchiness and brilliance of AMOLED displays. Widevine L1 approved for FHD streaming from services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, the screen manages direct sunlight well enough for comfortable reading. Though sufficient, a mono speaker lacks the clarity of stereo systems, particularly at higher levels.

Camera

A 2MP depth sensor and a main 50MP camera are features of the Vivo T3x. For regular shooting, this setup is adequate but not extremely fancy. Though sometimes they lack clarity and detail, images tend to tilt towards warmer tones, which improves their visual attractiveness. At this price level, a typical tradeoff is loss of shadow details and the dynamic range might be improved.

The cameras in low light depend on extended exposure, which if the device isn't maintained firmly might cause noise and haziness. The 8MP front camera takes respectable selfies, however in portrait mode quality may suffer and skin tones may not always be right. The camera configuration works well enough for occasional usage even if it may not please serious photographers.

Software and Performance

An octa-core Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC and up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage power the Vivo T3x. With the device performing highly in benchmark testing (549,494 on AnTuTu and 940/2,767 in Geekbench single/multi-core tests), this hardware combination guarantees reliable performance. These ratings put the Vivo T3x above a lot of its price range rivals.

The gadget performs well under high loads, as shown by its 81% Burnout test peak performance. That qualifies it for gaming and multitasking. Playing well-known titles like BGMI, Call of Duty, and Real Racing 3 guarantees a fun gaming experience with just little frame rate dips.

Atop Android 14, FunTouchOS gives the Vivo T3x a user experience similar to other Vivo smartphones unveiled this year. To simplify the experience, you may delete the many pre-installed applications, which include third-party ones like Candy Crush and Netflix. There are plenty more customising choices, including new lock screen and always-on display styles as well as a Material You-like colour picker. Following industry norms, the gadget will get two years of operating system upgrades and three years of security fixes.

Battery and Charging

A noteworthy aspect of the Vivo T3x is its 6,000mAh battery, which in the PC Mark battery test lasted over 24 hours. With very little battery depletion while gaming and video streaming, real-world use also demonstrates excellent energy management. While playing Call of Duty and BGMI for thirty minutes used around 15% of the battery, streaming a 30-minute FHD+ film at 50% brightness and loudness only used 3%.

The phone can be fast charged at 44W, which takes about an hour to get from almost empty to full. To make sure customers can enjoy this function straight away, Vivo included a suitable charger in the package.

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Comparos Says

Starting at Rs 13,499 for the basic 4GB RAM model, the Vivo T3x is now available in India; the 6GB and 8GB RAM versions cost Rs 14,999 and Rs 16,499, respectively. Similar in performance to it are the Moto G64, Realme Narzo 70, and POCO X6 Neo. The Moto G64 is notable, nevertheless, for its more stock Android experience.

Reliable and affordable for individuals who value a personalised Android experience is the Vivo T3x. The handset shines in performance, battery life, and design, making it a formidable competitor in the low-cost smartphone market even if its camera capabilities may not satisfy everyone.

All things considered, individuals looking for an affordable smartphone without sacrificing performance or necessary features may choose the Vivo T3x.