Apple iPhones are widely regarded as among the best smartphones money can buy. Running on its own OS, chip, and ecosystem, Apple has granular control over its smartphones. Now, to maintain its dominance, Apple may release an “Ultra” version of the iPhone in 2024. Let’s learn more about iPhone Ultra and its speculations in this article.
Apple’s plan for the “Ultra” iPhone:
Apple has been offering its flagship lineup of iPhones in regular, Plus, Pro, and Pro Max monikers in the present time. The regular and Plus models depict identical specs with the latter getting a bigger screen. The scenario is the same with the Pro and Pro Max version.
iPhone 14 Pro Max
Thus, if rumors are to be believed, the “Ultra” will be the fifth iPhone model in the lineup. Apple has used the Ultra moniker for its MacBooks, M1 Ultra chip, and most recently, the Apple Watch Ultra. So it should come as no surprise that there can be an Ultra iPhone.
According to Mark Gurman’s newsletter on Bloomberg, Tim Cook said on Apple’s earnings call “that people are willing to really stretch to get the best they can afford in that category” in response to investors’ questions about whether the iPhone’s rising average price was sustainable.
The iPhone Ultra will undoubtedly have top-tier specs on all sides. However, it’s unclear what features an “Ultra” device actually might include. Gurman speculates that it “will probably offer further camera improvements, a faster chip, and possibly an even larger display.”
Similarly, with the EU making it mandatory to include a USB-C port on phones, the Ultra iteration will likely include one for charging. Otherwise, according to market speculation, Apple may forgo port entirely in favor of wireless charging.
iPhone Ultra Launch (Expected)
As for the launch, Mark Gurman says the company may release its first iPhone Ultra in 2024. Thus, we may first see it in iPhone 16 series. Many are also speculating that the iPhone Ultra will compete with Samsung’s top-tier Galaxy Ultra series. We will update the article as and when more information about the smartphone becomes available.
Meanwhile, watch our review of the Apple Watch Ultra.
In this review, I’ll talk all about my experience using the Redmi Gaming Monitor G24. So affordable gaming monitors are pretty.. bad. They often compromise on a lot of crucial aspects like refresh rate, color accuracy, and even build quality to bring down the cost. But well, meet this guy—the Redmi Gaming Monitor G24 from Xiaomi.
It costs just $90 in China and for the price, its specs are just ama…zing! It comes with a 24” Full HD display with a 165Hz refresh rate, Nvidia G-Sync & AMD FreeSync, and even HDR10 support. I know, it’s kinda hard to believe Redmi is able to pack all of these for such a low asking price. So I was really excited to see if there’s any false advertising going on here.
Redmi Gaming Monitor G24 Specifications:
Display Size: 23.8-inch
Display Panel: VA panel
Resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 16:9 aspect ratio
Color Gamut: 120% sRGB with ΔE<2
Contrast Ratio: 3200:1
HDR: Yes (HDR10)
Refresh rate: 165Hz
Response Rate: 1ms (MPRT)
VRR: AMD FreeSync, NVIDIA G-Sync
Ports: 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort, 1x DC-in
Extras: DC Dimming. Low blue light mode, Cable management hub
Actually, I have been using this thing for a couple of days now! And given the price, the Redmi G24 has a pretty generic look for a gaming monitor. There’s no fancy RGB lighting anywhere, but the good thing is that it doesn’t look that cheap or anything.
And what I like best about the G24 is that, despite being a budget monitor, Redmi has included a metal-base stand here. It feels sturdy and can withstand the weight of the screen fairly well.
Design
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Front
Stand
Ports
The company is also thoughtful enough to include this buckle thingy on the stand for cable management. Speaking of ports, the G24 has one HDMI, one DisplayPort, and one 3.5mm headphone jack. Alongside a joystick to control the on-screen menu.
It would have been nice to see a couple of USB-C ports, so you could connect it to your laptop as a secondary display, but I’m not complaining. The Redmi G24 also doesn’t have a height-adjustable stand, although you can tilt the display to achieve the best possible viewing angle for you.
To be very honest, I find the screen to be at a comfortable height for my needs, and the lack of such adjustability hasn’t impacted my day-to-day or gaming experience in any way. So yeah, this isn’t something to worry about.
Display
Now, let’s talk about the display. And this is where this monitor has surprised me the most. Like I said before, budget gaming monitor makers usually compromise in terms of resolution or color space, but Redmi is offering a pretty decent panel with the G24.
Its Full HD resolution means the content looks sharp enough. But more importantly, I found the screen to cover 99% sRGB and 90% P3 colors on my test, which means it’s also not a bad option to edit some photos and stuff.
Display Specifics
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Color Coverage
Gamma
Brightness and Contrast
You can even change the picture mode to sRGB in the settings for better color accuracy while editing. And there are other picture presets you can choose from depending on your needs as well. Normally, I prefer using the Redmi Monitor G24 in the standard mode which I think offers good calibration by default and I find it ideal for binging movies and shows.
Redmi has also offered HDR10 certification here. It works perfectly fine, although turning on HDR doesn’t let you change any of the display parameters and it runs on a pre-tuned picture setting.
This display can get pretty bright at 327 nits—which is actually higher than the official claim of 300 nits. So I didn’t have any problems even when using the monitor in a bright room. I am also someone who works in a room with a lot of overhead lighting, so its matte finish helps with the ambient reflections too.
The only flaw I’ve found with the display so far is the viewing angles. That’s primarily because Redmi has used a VA panel which is notorious for poor viewing angles while offering better contrast than a typical IPS panel. As a result, the G24 achieves an incredible 3500:1 contrast ratio.
If you ask me, I would pick better contrast over viewing angle in a gaming monitor any day. By the way, you also don’t get a built-in speaker here, so you will have to make do with it some other way.
Gaming
With that out of the way, let’s talk about what this monitor is really intended for—gaming! So thanks to that 165Hz refresh rate, needless to say that, games feel buttery smooth on this screen. My team and I have played a variety of games, including fps titles such as Valorant and CS: GO, which easily exceeded the frame rate of 165 fps with the setup I have.
And I haven’t encountered any instances of screen tearing or anything else—not even once. This is mostly thanks to its Adaptive-Sync technology. Plus, what I appreciate about Redmi on this front is that it has offered support for both the AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-sync technology, making it compatible with both Nvidia and AMD GPUs.
Because of this, you don’t have to manually enable G-Sync or FreeSync from their respective software either. It’s basically plug-and-play after you turn on Adaptive Sync from the OSD settings.
However, in games like Forza Horizon or Overwatch 2, I did notice some ghosting going on here. Redmi claims that the G24 has a 1ms MPRT response time, and there are also four different response modes to choose from. But I’ve noticed ghosting in almost all of them, be it normal or ultrafast.
Blur Busters Test | Speed: 960 Pixels Per Second
Don’t get me wrong: it doesn’t totally completely ruin your gaming experience or anything. In fact, in role-playing games like Control or GTA: V, it’s barely noticeable. But if you mostly play fps games or such, this can be a bit irritating over time. So, if you want a monitor with less ghosting, I recommend spending a little bit more and getting something like MSI Optix G241, which I have been using as my personal monitor.
Redmi Gaming Monitor G24 Review: Conclusion
But, if you are someone on a really tight budget, this thing, the Redmi G24 for me is an absolute steal! With 165Hz refresh rate and Adaptive Sync technology, you can expect a buttery smooth gaming experience on most occasions. And, I think it is also suitable for general day-to-day use or working as a secondary display for your laptop!
However, I do hope this thing gets an international release soon as it’s currently only available in China officially. I was able to get this through Aliexpress, but if you add shipping, insurance, and Taxes, it’s going to be expensive for individuals. Xiaomi has launched some gaming monitors outside China, such as the Mi 2K Gaming Monitor 27″ and the Mi Curved Gaming Monitor 34’’ so hopefully, Xiaomi has some plan for this too for the global market!
Watch our video review of the Redmi Gaming Monitor G24.
OCPC, a US-based PC accessories brand, has officially entered the Nepali market. The company has partnered with Bigbyte IT World as the official distributor of OCPC products in Nepal. In this article, we’ll take a look at all of the available OCPC products (RAM, SSD, Power Supply, and GPU) as well as their official prices in Nepal.
OCPC: Brand Overview
OCPC started its journey in 2007 as a brand that offers memory and storage solutions. The company then expanded its portfolio to include the majority of PC accessories, ranging from GPUs, power supplies, and cooling to gaming mouse and headsets. It operates as an online-first brand that ships directly to customers. That is why the company claims its products are cheaper and more affordable than competitors.
Talking of its portfolio in Nepal, Bigbyte has so far introduced OCPC’s SSDs, RAM, GPU, and Power Supply. The distributor is likely to bring more products in the near future.
OCPC Products Price in Nepal:
OCPC NVMe SSDs:
The brand offers both standard and heatsink-equipped NVMe SSDs. But the company has only introduced heatsink-equipped NVMe SSDs in Nepal. Generally, SSDs do not emit much heat, but for better performance, it’s better to use one with a heatsink.
The highest variant on the list is the OCPC 1TB NVMe Gen 4×4 SSD which comes with a read/write speed of 5000/4800MB per second. It also boasts a Black level heat spreader for efficient thermal management. Then there are the 512GB Gen 4×4 and 256GB Gen 3×4 SSDs, both of which are equipped with a heatsink for better performance.
OCPC NVMe SSDs Price in Nepal
Product
Price in Nepal
OCPC 256GB SSD M.2 PCIe NVMe Gen3x4 HP With HEATSINK
NPR 4,800
OCPC 512GB M.2 NVMe Gen4x4 With HEATSINK
NPR 8,800
OCPC 1TB NVMe Gen 4×4 With Heatsink
NPR 15,800
OCPC SATA SSDs:
Aside from that, you can also purchase OCPC’s SATA SSDs, which come in two storage options: 256GB and 512GB. SATA SSDs are less expensive than NVMe, but they compromise on read/write speeds. As a result, the OCPC XTREME 256GB SATA SSD has read/write speeds of 560/529MB/s. Meanwhile, the 512GB model has a read/write speed of 560/520MB/s.
OCPC SATA SSDs Price in Nepal
Product
Price in Nepal
OCPC XTREME 256GB SATA SSD
NPR 3800
OCPC XTREME 512GB SATA SSD
NPR 6200
OCPC Power Supply:
The brand has also introduced its Power Supply in Nepal. There is the 1000W OCPC Gold Certified power supply while the 1200W has a Platinum certification. Nevertheless, both power supplies feature a low-noise fan along with an AC input of 110-240 Volts.
OCPC Power Supply Price in Nepal
Product
Price in Nepal
OCPC ENERGIA 2 1000W Gen 5 80 Plus Gold Certified Full Modular Power supply
Rs. 36,800
OCPC ENERGIA 2 1200W Gen 5 80 PLUS PLATINUM CERTIFIED Full Modular Power supply
Rs. 40,800
OCPC Graphics Card
OCPC also offers its custom Nvidia GT, GTX, and RTX series graphics cards. There are a total of eight OCPC graphics cards available in Nepal.
OCPC Graphics Card Price in Nepal
Product
Price in Nepal
OCPC NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 2GB DDR3
NPR 8,800
OCPC NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 4GB DDR3
NPR 10,800
OCPC NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4GB DDR6 Dual Fan
NPR 27,800
OCPC NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 6GB DDR5 Dual Fan
NPR 33,800
OCPC NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super 6GB DDR6 Dual Fan
NPR 37,800
OCPC RTX 3060 12GB GDDR6 DUAL FAN Graphics Card
NPR 59,500
OCPC RTX 3060 Ti 8GB GDDR6 DUAL FAN Graphics Card
NPR 68,800
OCPC RTX 3070 8GB DDR6 Graphics card
NPR 81,800
OCPC RAM:
In terms of RAM, there is only one option available at the moment. The OCPC X3 DDR4 32GB RAM comes with RGB lighting and 3600MHz frequency speed.
OCPC RAM Price in Nepal
Product
Price in Nepal
OCPC X3 RGB DDR4 3600Mhz 32GB BLACK (16X2)
NPR 19,800
Where to buy OCPC products in Nepal?
As already mentioned, BigByte is the distributor of OCPC products in Nepal. You can find their contact information below:
Earlier in 2022, Infinix unveiled its first 5G-enabled smartphone, the Zero 5G. Now, the company has succeeded it with 2023 edition with two new models: Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and Zero 5G 2023 Turbo. In this article, we will discuss the key specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 Series in Nepal.
Infinix Zero 5G 2023 Series Overview:
Performance
The Zero 5G 2023 and Turbo edition differs mostly in terms of performance. The latter is equipped with Dimensity 1080 SoC, while the vanilla model gets Dimensity 920 chip. The two chips have a similar CPU arrangement except for the higher-clocked performance cores on the Dimensity 1080. Infinix has paired the chip with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage on the Turbo model whereas the regular Zero 5G 2023 comes with 128GB storage.
Camera
While the original Zero 5G mimicked Oppo’s Gradient Arc camera design, Infinix has tweaked it a bit on the 2023 iteration. The camera bump on the Infinix Zero 5G looks like a crossover between the said Gradient Arc and Samsung’s Ambient Curve.
Talking about the hardware, Infinix has bumped the resolution on the primary camera to 50MP. On the downside, the phone gets rid of the 13MP telephoto shooter in favor of a gimmicky 2MP micro lens. There is another 2MP sensor for portrait shots. Over on the front, the selfie shooter now has a 16MP sensor — up from 13MP.
The display specifications on the new Infinix Zero 5G (2023) have remained pretty much the same. It sports a 6.78-inch LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. Infinix is still using an LCD panel, so no real upgrade there too.
Fueling the Zero 5G 2023 is a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. It ships with Android 12 with XOS on top.
Infinix Zero 5G 2023 Series Specifications:
Body: 168.73 x 76.53 x 8.9, 201 gm
Display: 6.78-inches IPS LCD, 120Hz refresh rate
Resolution: FHD+ (1080 x 2460 pixels)
Chipset:
Zero 5G 2023: MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G (6nm Mobile Platform)
Zero 5G 2023 Turbo: MediaTek Dimensity 1080 5G (6nm Mobile Platform)
Connectivity: 5G Dual-SIM, WiFi 6, Bluetooth, USB Type-C,
Battery: 5000mAh with 33W fast charging
Infinix Zero 5G 2023 Series Price in Nepal and Availability (Expected)
The official price for the Turbo variant is set at INR 19,999 for the sole 8/256GB variant in India. The non-Turbo version is available at INR 17,999 for the 8/128GB variant. We can expect the Inifinix Zero 5G 2023 series price in Nepal to be NPR 31,499 and NPR 38,499 respectively, if and when it launches here.
Razer kicked off this year with the launch of its new and powerful gaming laptops, including its first 18-inch model. Following that, the company has now unveiled its lightest gaming mouse yet, the Razor Viper Mini Signature Edition, which costs a whopping $280. So, let’s get into the details of the Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition, as well as the expected price in Nepal.
Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition Overview:
As aforementioned, it is Razer’s lightest gaming mouse, weighing only 49 grams. The new Mini Signature Edition mouse is 16% lighter than the company’s previous lightest mouse, the Viper V2 Pro. Nonetheless, Razo has used sturdy materials to make the mouse premium enough. Here, you get a magnesium alloy exoskeleton with a semi-hollow interior design.
The mouse is equipped with a Razer Focus Pro 30K Optical Sensor, which has a DPI of 30000, a maximum acceleration of 70, and a resolution accuracy of 98%. Similarly, the Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3 ensures less wear and tear and the mouse features a Hyper Polling Wireless with polling rates of 4000Hz.
You can use the mouse wired or wirelessly, and it includes Razer’s HyperSpeed wireless technology for the best wireless connection possible. On wireless medium, Razer claims that the mouse’s battery can last up to 60 hours. It charges via a USB-C port in less than 90 minutes.
Despite being a premium offering, the Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition has relatively low customization options. You can select either PTFE or Corning Gorilla Glass 3 mouse feet. And you will also receive grip tape in the box. Last but not least, Razer offers a three-year warranty on this mouse.
Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition Price in Nepal and Availability
The official price of the mouse in the US is USD 280. Converting US’s price, the Razor Viper Mini Signature Edition price in Nepal can be expected somewhere around NPR 45,000.
Alongside the Reno 8T 5G, Oppo has launched the Oppo Enco Air 3 TWS in India. The earbuds succeed the Enco Air 2, which was launched last year. So let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Oppo Enco Air 3 in Nepal.
Oppo Enco Air 3 Overview:
Design
To begin with, Oppo Enco Air 3 boasts a translucent lid design, similar to the Enco Air 2. The company calls this stem’s design a gleaming dewdrop inspired by jewels. Each bud weighs just 3.7 grams while the translucent jelly case opens at 110° for effortless usage.
The TWS is also dust and water-resistant, with an IP54 rating. This is an improvement over the previous gen’s IPX4. The Enco Air 3, like most earbuds, also supports touch gesture control for music and calling. In terms of color options, it is only available in Glaze White.
For audio, it features a 13.4mm large composite driver on each bud that is said to deliver powerful bass. Yet, their highlight is the HiFi 5 DSP (Digital Signal Processor) that promises clearer speech during voice-based interactions like calls. And although the earbuds miss out on ANC, it relies on AI noise cancellation. The DSP is also said to offer 25 times more processing power and a 50% reduction in battery consumption.
In terms of audio, the Enco Air 3 features three audio presets: Enco Master, Bass Boost, and Clear Vocal. One can tune into those presets based on their musical tastes. Not to mention, you get support for both the SBC and AAC audio codecs. And OPPO has included its Alive Audio tech for a more immersive music listening experience.
Meanwhile, the earbuds also have a 47ms latency for gamers who use the dedicated gaming mode. For connectivity, it utilizes Bluetooth 5.3 and you also get Google Fast Pair support for swift pairing.
Battery and Charging
Coming to the battery, each bud packs a 27mAh cell while the charging case goes with a 300mAh cell. The company has stated the battery lasts for 6 hours on a single usage with 50% volume. While with the charging case, it can extend up to 25 hours of usage time. And the case charges via a USB Type-C port.
Noise-canceling: DNN-backed AI noise reduction for calls, games
Other: Game Mode, Google Fast Pair, Fast Charging, Customizable Touch Control
Color: Glaze White
Oppo Enco Air 3 Price in Nepal and Availability
The Enco Air 3 TWS is available for preorder in India for INR 2,999. We can expect the price of Oppo Enco Air 3 to be NPR 6,999 when it makes its way to the Nepalese market.
TWS Earbuds
Price in India
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Oppo Enco Air
INR 2,999
NPR 6,999
Meanwhile, you can check our guide on Best Budget TWS:
Alongside the standard Vivo X90, the X90 Pro has arrived on the international market as well. The headlining feature of this phone is definitely its 1-inch type Sony IMX989 sensor. However, the more expensive Vivo X90 Pro+ is still China-exclusive for now. In this article, we will discuss the Vivo X90 series (Pro and Pro+) in more detail, including their official specs, features, expected price, and availability in Nepal.
Vivo X90 Pro Series Overview:
“King of 1-inch sensor”
The main selling point of Vivo’s X series has been the camera, and this year is no different. Both X90 Pro and Pro+ come with a 1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor complemented by Zeiss T* optical lens. To note, it is the same sensor on last year’s Xiaomi 12S Ultra, co-developed by Sony and Xiaomi. As a result, these phones boast a 77% larger sensor than Vivo X80 Pro.
Moving on, Vivo X90 Pro’s triple camera array consists of a 50MP IMX759 portrait sensor and a 12MP IMX663 ultrawide shooter. This portrait camera has a 50mm equivalent focal length and OIS. On the other hand, the X90 Pro+ has a quad camera array instead. Two of which are telephoto cameras.
The first is a 64MP periscopic lens with 3.5x optical zoom. The other is a 50MP IMX758 sensor for portraits. Finally, the fourth camera has a 48MP sensor paired with an ultrawide angle lens. All the cameras except the ultrawide module have Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). In addition, there is a Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensor to assist the quad-camera setup with autofocus.
Vivo V2 ISP
Besides all this, the Vivo X90 Pro duo has the new V2 imaging chip as well. In fact, all three phones of the new X90 series are powered by Vivo’s third-gen image signal processor (ISP). New to the V2 chip is a dedicated 45MB of Static RAM (SRAM) cache, which is said to reduce power consumption significantly.
In addition, the chip provides zero latency snapshots and motion detection techniques. When capturing moving objects, its self-learning capability is improved over previous generations. Vivo also employs the RawEnhance 2.0 technology for improved low-light capture.
Advanced Camera System
Vivo X90 series also brings major improvements in portrait and night photography. For this, the company has been working closely with its imaging partner Zeiss.
The camera setup on the Vivo X90 Pro series consists of different software and hardware components, each with its own function. First is the advanced Zeiss lens with special coatings to control the noises in images. Then there is the True Color Restoration Engine that determines the correct white balance.
This time around, there is also an Ultra-Clear Quality Engine which, like its name suggests, brings out the best possible clarity in the image. It does so by recovering optical information lost because of optical imperfection. A multi-frame model for periscope lenses further refines the image’s dynamic range using the ambient light sensor on the X90 Pro+.
Improved portraits and night photography
Moving on, the Vivo X90 Pro series can detect the subject’s face and pose using 103 different points while shooting portraits. Then these points are used to separate the subject and background so that each can be processed separately.
Vivo has doubled the ISO to 102,400 on the X90 Pro series to improve night photography. Vivo believes this will allow users to take low-light shots without a tripod or a long exposure.
Vivo has become the first brand to launch a smartphone equipped with the latest flagship chipsets from both MediaTek and Qualcomm. The company has used MediaTek’s Dimensity 9200 on the X90 Pro, while the Pro+ gets the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 treatment. Both chips are based on TSMC’s 4nm process and feature the new Cortex-X3 as the Prime core.
The other highlight of these new chips is the hardware-based Ray Tracing made possible by the Immortalis G715 GPU from ARM. Despite packing different SoCs, both Vivo X90 Pro and Pro+ come with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The latter is a first for any smartphone.
Design and Display
Moving on, Vivo X90 Pro and Pro+ models have striking resemblance starting with the curved AMOLED display measuring 6.78-inch in diagonal. There is a center-aligned circular cutout for the 32MP selfie shooter. Both phones benefit from the 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ certification, and a peak brightness of 1300 nits. However, the X90 Pro+ has a sharper 1400p resolution compared X90 Pro’s 1260p.
Rest of the specs
Vivo’s latest flagships also differ in the battery department. The X90 Pro is fueled by a 4,870mAh battery with support for 120W wired fast charging. On the other hand, the Pro+ features a smaller 4,700mAh battery with comparatively modest 80W fast charging support. Both phones can be charged wirelessly at 50W. On the software front, the X90 series ship with OriginOS 13 in China while Vivo ships them with Funtouch OS 13 in the international market.
Outside of China, Vivo X90 Pro is currently available in Malaysia for MYR 4,999 (~USD 1,175) for the 12/256GB model. But Vivo says it is bringing X90 Pro to the international market including Europe and India pretty soon too. We expect the price of the Vivo X90 Pro in Nepal to be NPR 176,000 if it ever launches here officially.
Vivo X90 Pro
Price in Malaysia
Price in Nepal(Expected)
12/256GB
MYR 4,999
NPR 176,000
Watch: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs A16 Bionic vs Dimensity 9200
Vivo’s latest flagship phones consist of three devices: the standard Vivo X90 and a couple of Pro models. They made their debut in China back in November last year, and Vivo has finally brought the X90 to the international market. It is the successor to last year’s Vivo X80 and is the most affordable option in the new X90 lineup. In this article, we will discuss the key specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Vivo X90 in Nepal.
Vivo X90 Overview:
Design and Display
The design of the Vivo X90 is very similar to its Pro siblings. It packs the same 6.78-inch curved AMOLED panel, which refreshes at 120Hz. It has a 10-bit color depth which means it can produce over 1 billion colors. You also get HDR certifications and a peak brightness of up to 1300 nits.
Vivo X90 is available in three color options: China Red, Ice Blue, and Black. The latter two have glass backs, while the China Red has a leather-like textured finish. In addition, the phone also has an IP64 rating against minor water splashes and dust particles.
Performance and Memory
Under the hood, Vivo X90 packs the same Dimensity 9200 as its Pro sibling. It is the latest flagship chip from MediaTek based on a 4nm process. The key highlight of the chip includes the new Cortex-X3 prime core and the ARM Immortalis GPU with hardware-based ray tracing. The chip is paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. But do note that Vivo has used UFS 3.1 storage on the 128GB variant.
The protruding circular camera bump at the back of the Vivo X90 is home to a triple camera setup. Leading the line is the 50MP Sony IMX866 sensor. It is joined by a 12MP ultrawide angle module and a 12MP telephoto sensor with 2x optical zoom. Over on the front, you get a 32MP selfie shooter enclosed by the punch-hole cutout.
To help with the image processing, Vivo has included the V2 ISP on the X90. It is Vivo’s third-gen imaging chip and brings a dedicated SRAM memory for higher efficiency. Overall, it will help the X80 achieve better portrait and low-light photography.
Rest of the specs
Fueling the phone is a 4,810mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging. You get a compatible charger in the box, which takes the phone from 0 to 50% in just 8 minutes. Vivo X90 ships with OriginOS 3 based on Android 13 out of the box but the global variant of the phone enjoys Funtouch OS 13 instead.
Vivo X90 Specifications:
Body: 164.10 × 74.44 × 8.48/8.88 mm, 196/200 grams, IP64
According to Vivo, the X90 will be gradually available in international markets including Europe, South East Asia, and India. It is already up for sale in Malaysia for MYR 3,699 (~USD 869) for the sole 12/256GB variant. While it’s unlikely that Vivo X90 officially comes to Nepal, we expect its price to be NPR 130,000 if it ever does.
Vivo X90
Price in Malaysia
Price in Nepal(Expected)
12/256GB
MYR 3,699
NPR 130,000
Watch: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs A16 Bionic vs Dimensity 9200
Oppo has silently launched the Reno 8T series in Vietnam. The new lineup is an extension to the Reno 8 series and comprises two variants, Reno 8T 4G and Reno 8T 5G. So, let’s get into specifications, features, availability and expected price of the Oppo Reno 8T Series (4G and 5G) in Nepal.
Oppo Reno 8T Series Overview:
Performance
As the Reno 8T has 4G and 5G variants, needless to say, they have different SoCs underneath them. The 4G variant is powered by the 6nm made Helio G99 chipset. On the other hand, the 5G model gets its horsepower from Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, also fabricated under TSMC’s 6nm nodes.
Memory option include 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of storage for both the models. The latter is expandable via a microSD card. Likewise, the smartphones boot on Android 13 based Color OS 13.
Design and Display
Aside from the difference in SoCs, the two phones have subtle differences in other areas like the design. The Reno 8T 5G sports a premium curved display to differentiate it from its 4G sibling. It has a 6.71-inch Full HD+ AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate.
Likewise, the screen has a peak brightness of 950 nits and an ultra-thin bottom bezel of just 2.32mm. For display protection, Oppo has gone with AGC Dragontrail Glass.
The Reno 8T 4G, on the other hand, boasts a flat display with Full HD+ resolution. The screen refreshes at 90Hz and has a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection for accidental drops and scratches.
Likewise, the smartphone is available in two color variants: Black and Sunset Orange, with latter featuring a faux-leather “Fiberglass” finish. The 5G model comes in Black Starlight, and Dawn Gold, both with a frosted finish on the back.
For the optics, both siblings share a triple camera layout. The Reno 8T 4G sports a 100MP main camera with an f/1.7 aperture. Filling in the setup is a 2MP depth and a 2MP microscopic unit. While on the front side, you get a 32MP camera for selfies and video calls.
Meanwhile, the primary sensor on the Reno 8T 5G is an f/1.7 108MP shooter. Here too, there is a 2MP depth + 2MP microscope combo on the rear and a 32MP lens on the front.
Rest of the Specs
In terms of battery capacity, the Reno 8T 4G gets its juice from a 5000mAh cell, while the 5G version has a slightly smaller 4800mAh cell. They also differ in charging, with 33W and 67W for the 4G and 5G models, respectively. Connectivity options on both models include, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-C, NFC and so on.
Oppo Reno 8T Series Specifications:
Reno 8T 4G
Reno 8T 5G
Body
160.8 x 73.8 x 7.8 mm, 180gm
162.3 x 74.3 x 7.7 mm, 171gm
Display Size
6.43-inch, AMOLED
6.71-inches, AMOLED
Properties
90Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass 5
120Hz refresh rate, Asahi Glass AGC DT-Star
Resolution
FHD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels)
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G99, 6nm
Snapdragon 695 5G, 6nm
RAM
8GB LPDDR4X
Storage
256GB
Rear Camera
100MP, f/1.7 primary shooter, Dual Pixel AF
2MP, f/2.4 depth sensor
2MP, f/3.3 microscopic lens
108MP, f/1.7 primary shooter, Dual Pixel AF
2MP, f/2.4 depth sensor
2MP, f/3.3 microscopic lens
Front Camera
32MP, f/2.2 aperture
Security
Under Display Fingerprint Scanner
Audio
Stereo speakers
Connectivity
5G, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.1
4G, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, Bluetooth 5.1
Battery
5000mAh, 33W wired charging
4800mAh, 67W wired charging
Colors
Black Starlight, Orange Sunset
Black Starlight, Dawn Gold
Oppo Reno 8T Series Price in Nepal and Availability
Oppo has currently launched the Reno 8T series in Vietnam. The Vietnamese pricing for the 4G model is VND 8.49 million ($362), while the 5G model retails at VND 9.9 million ($422). Both are available in 8/256GB variants. We can expect the price of Reno 8T 4G and Reno 8T 5G in Nepal to be around Rs.53,999 and Rs.63,999 respectively.
With the Galaxy S23 Series, Samsung has also taken the curtain off of the Galaxy Book 3 series. The most premium of the bunch is the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra. It’s the first Samsung laptop to bear the “Ultra” moniker, so the company is going big on performance here with 13th Gen CPU and RTX 40 series GPU. Let’s get into the specifics of the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra and its expected price in Nepal.
Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra Overview:
Design and Display
Although the Book 3 Ultra has the performance to compete with other gaming laptops, it doesn’t have that typical gamer aesthetic. It’s simple in design, has an aluminum chassis, and weighs only 1.7 kg. There are two color options to choose from: Gray or Graphite. Likewise, the laptop enjoys a full-sized backlit keyboard and a Windows precision trackpad which is 39% larger than Galaxy Book 2 Pro.
On the front is a 16-inch 2X AMOLED display with a 3K (2,880 x 1,800) resolution. The screen refreshes at 120Hz, has a peak brightness of 400 nits, and covers a 120%DCI-P3 color gamut. Also, there’s a Full HD webcam on the front for video calls.
In terms of performance, the Book 3 Ultra has two CPU options: Intel Core i7-13700H and Intel Core i9-13900H. The difference between the two is not drastic though. With its 8% higher Turbo Boost frequency, the i9-13900H maintains a marginal performance advantage over the i7-13700H.
On the graphics front, the Core i9 variant is paired with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 laptop GPU, while the i7-13700H is equipped with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU. The memory option includes up to 32GB RAM and up to 1TB of SSD storage.
Rest of the Specs
Moving on, the laptop gets its juice from a 76Wh battery with the support of 100W fast charging. For connectivity, the Book 3 Ultra has a Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C) port, a USB 3.2 Type-A port, an HDMI 1.4 port, a microSD card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra Specifications:
Body: 13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 in; 1.79kg, Aluminum build
CPU: Intel Core i7-13700H / Intel Core i9-13900H CPU
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 / GeForce RTX 4070
RAM: 16GB/32GB LPDDR5
Storage: 512GB/1TB SSD
Webcam: 1080p
Battery: 76Wh
Adapter: 100W
Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C), 1x USB 3.2 Type-A, 1x HDMI, 1x MicroSd, 1x 3.5mm headphone jack
Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra Price in Nepal and Availability
The official price of the Book 3 Ultra in the US starts at USD 2199.99 for the i7 variant. The i9 variant has a starting price of USD 2799.99. Both models are currently available for preorder on Samsung’s official website. If and when the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra is released in Nepal, we expect the price to start at NPR 349,999.
Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra
Price in the US (Starts From)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Core i7-13700H
USD 2199.99
NPR 349,999
Core i9-13900H
USD 2799.99
NPR 435,999
Meanwhile, check our review of Acer Nitro 5 with i5 12th-gen CPU
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Meanwhile, the primary sensor on the Reno 8T 5G is an f/1.7 108MP shooter. Here too, there is a 2MP depth + 2MP microscope combo on the rear and a 32MP lens on the front.
