Oppo’s F-series has been the company’s road to success here in Nepal since its establishment. We have seen Oppo launch every F-series models in Nepal starting from Oppo F1s back in 2017. Adding to the iteration is the new Oppo F15 which has been unveiled in Nepal for a midrange price.
Oppo F15 Specifications:
Display: 6.4″ AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution (1080 x 2400 pixels)
Rear Camera: Quad, 48 MP primary lens with f/1.8 aperture & PDAF + 8 MP Ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.3 aperture 2MP B/W sensor with f/2.4 aperture + 2MP depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture
Front Camera: 16MP with f/2.0 aperture
Chipset: Helio P70
Processor: Octa-core 12 nm MediaTek Helio P70
GPU: Mali-G72
RAM: 8 GB
Storage: 128 GB onboard, expandable via microSD card slot (dedicated)
The Oppo F15 sports a 6.4-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with an aspect ratio of 20:9. And as with smartphones with AMOLED display these days, it too has an in-display fingerprint scanner. The display has a small waterdrop notch that houses a 16MP selfie shooter. The device look amazing with the gradient finish on the back.
Camera
Similarly, on the back, there’s a quad-cam setup. Among the available lenses, the primary one is a 48MP quad-Bayer sensor and coupled with it is an 8MP ultra-wide lens, a 2MP monochrome lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. Also, the ultra-wide lens is capable of taking macro shots of objects that are 3-8cm away. In our limited time with the device, we have mixed feelings about the camera. First, its way to difficult to get a decent shot and even so the photo reveals unusual grains upon zooming
Performance and Battery
Moving on, under the hood, it uses the MediaTek Helio P70 chipset. You get 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM with 128GB of internal storage. However, users do have an option to upgrade as there is a micro SD slot. Powered by a 4,000mAh battery, Oppo F15 also supports VOOC 3.0 fast charging with an output of 20Watts. The battery is among the main strengths of the device. Even under heavy uses, the phone almost a day. Even if it runs out in the middle of the day, you won’t have to wait long to use it again as it recharges in around an hour. And as far as the software is concerned, it has the ColorOS 6.1 based on Android 9 Pie.
The device feels premium in the hands because of its glass body construction. It is also relatively light at 172gms. It is available in 2 color options: Lightning Black and Unicorn White.
The Oppo F15 has been launched in the Nepali market. The price of Oppo F15 in Nepal is Rs. 39,990 for the 8GB RAM, 128GB storage option. It is now available in offline retail shops.
Model Name
Price
Availability in Nepal
OPPO F15
Rs. 39,990 (8+128GB)
Through offline stores
Don’t forget to check out our review of the Vivo S1 Pro!
A few weeks ago, we saw a new Samsung device riding the wave of internet rumors. And now the device has been finally announced. The device in this context is the new Samsung Galaxy A11 – read on, to find out about its specs, price, and availability in Nepal.
There were a few rumors about the Galaxy A11 here and there. However, there was no substantial information about it. And its launch hasn’t been grand either. As a matter of fact, it was quietly listed on Samsung’s official press website. Furthermore, we still don’t know the complete specifications of the device, most specifically the SoC used.
Overview
As with other devices of the Galaxy A series, the Galaxy A11 is also a mid-range smartphone. The device sports a 6.4-inch IPS LCD display with 720 x 1560 pixels resolution. Furthermore, the display has a punch-hole that sports an 8MP selfie shooter.
Moving on, the backside features a triple camera setup. It consists of a 13MP primary shooter, a 5MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP depth sensor. Moreover, a fingerprint sensor is also placed in the back. Being an entry-level model in a mid-range segment. the devices’ built is of plastic.
Currently, we do not know about the processor used in the Galaxy A11. However, the post does state that the device has a 1.8GHz octa-core processor. So, my guess is that the device might have an Exynos Chip. Most probably the Exynos 9611 or 7884 SoC.
As for the RAM variants, there are two available – 2GB and 3GB. And the accompanying storage will be 32GB, which can be expanded via a microSD card. The device is powered by a 4000mAh battery that supports 15W wired charging.
For now, there’s no exact detail regarding the launch and price of the Samsung Galaxy A11 in Nepal. Looking back at the Samsung Galaxy A10, we expect the price of Galaxy A11 in Nepal to be around Rs. 15,999. However, as its few details have already been made public, we are certain to find out more about the device in the coming days.
Model
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Availability (Expected)
Samsung Galaxy A11
Rs. 15,999
April 2020
In the meantime do watch our review of Samsung Galaxy S20 and S20+
In 2019, Huawei became the second-largest smartphone brand in the world. However, following the US trade ban, Huawei’s market share has dipped by a big margin in 2020. However, the ban has not affected Huawei launching smartphones. They recently launched the Y6 Pro in Nepal and the Nova 6 series in select markets. Now, the company has launched a midrange-phone — the Huawei Y7p in Nepal. So, let’s check out the full specs, updated price, and availability of Huawei Y7p in Nepal.
Huawei Y7p Overview
Design and Display
Huawei Y7p comes with a 6.39-inch IPS LCD panel. It comes with an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels. At this price range, both its competitors Redmi Note 8 Pro and Galaxy M30s offer a FullHD+ display. The display features a punch-hole at the top left corner to accommodate the front camera.
At the back, we can see the triple camera setup that is arranged vertically. The flash resides just below the camera module. There is also a fingerprint sensor at the back. Overall, the design is nothing to write home about. It’s a plastic body with plastic frames and even the front lacks any kind of gorilla glass protection.
Processor and Memory
Huawei Y7p is powered by the Kirin 710F octa-core processor. It is the same chipset that we saw in Honor 9X that was launched in Nepal a few months ago. The device comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal memory. The storage can be expanded up to 512GB via a dedicated microSD slot.
Camera
At the back, Huawei Y7p comes with the triple camera setup. The primary lens here is a 48MP camera. It is accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide camera and a 2MP depth sensor. Below the camera resides the LED flash. The camera in the Huawei Y7p comes with handheld night mode and AI scene optimization. At the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera inside the punch-hole. It comes with an aperture of f/2.4.
Other features
On the software side, the device still runs on the older version of Android Pie with Huawei’s EMUI 9.1 on top. It is also Huawei’s first mid-range phone to come with Huawei Mobile Services, Huawei’s new ecosystem. This also means it lacks Google apps or Play Store.
The device has a 4,000 mAH non-removable battery inside it. You can charge it via micro-USB port and lacks fast charging. The phone has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics.
Huawei Y7p Specifications:
Display: 6.39-inches IPS LCD panel
Resolution: HD+ (1560 x 720 pixels); 19.5:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: HiSilicon Kirin 710F; 12nm Mobile Platform
Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, AGPS/GPS/GLONASS, MicroUSB, 3.5mm headphone jack
Battery: 4000 mAh battery with 10W charging
Colors: Midnight Black, Aurora Blue
Huawei Y7p Price in Nepal & Availability
Huawei has set the price of Huawei Y7P at Rs. 23,990. It is now available at select retail shops all over Nepal.
Model Name
Price in Nepal
Available stores
Huawei Y7p
Rs. 23,990
Authorized retail stores
Looking at the features it possesses, the Huawei Y7P looks like an overpriced offering.You can get other midrange smartphones like the Galaxy M30s (Rs. 24,890) and Redmi Note 8 Pro (Rs. 26,999), which are better in almost every aspect. So, what do you think about the Huawei Y7P? Let us know in the poll down below:
Samsung Galaxy S20 and the S20+ is available in Nepal. But wait, your current device is still in a working condition. Or maybe you don’t want to spend a hefty amount of cash due to budget constraints? Well, if that’s the case, then here comes a great opportunity for you to get your hands on the latest Samsung flagship. That’s because currently, Samsung is offering a great mobile exchange offer for Samsung Galaxy S20/S20+.
The catch, however, is that this offer will only be applicable for the current Samsung Galaxy S series and Note Series users. We’ve compiled a list of things that the customers will have to do in order to participate in this offer, so do check them out. Cause, this would be a great way to get your hands on either the Samsung S20 or S20+.
Customers need to first provide their phones and their proof of purchase (if any).
Authorized personnel will then inform the customers about the documents that they need to submit in order to take part in this offer. A passport size photo, Customer’s citizenship or valid Driving license should be presented. The team will verify if the submitted documents are his own or he comes on behalf of someone else. Officials will only accept the customers having their own documents for legal purposes.
Once the documents get verified, Team will have a manual checking done of the customer’s device.
Then the team will do the valuation from the exchange portal. All the parameters as per the device condition shall be calculated and the system will give the final value of the phone.
If the customer wants to go ahead with the given value, then the team asks the customer to fill up a disclaimer form along with signature and thumb impression.
Summary:
To sum it up, first, the customer will have to submit their current Samsung S-series or Note series device at an official Samsung outlet along with the aforementioned documents. Then, after a manual checking of the device’s condition, its valuation will be presented to the customer. If the customer is satisfied, then they just need to sign a disclaimer form. And, that’s all you need to do to participate for this offer. So what are you waiting for? Hurry up.
Where to Visit for Samsung Mobile Exchange Offer:
You can visit the following outlets in order to participate in this exchange offer.
The festival of colors may have come and gone already, but the festival offers from some companies still remain. One such brand offering products at a discounted price is Sony. To be more specific, they are currently offering their headphones at a bargain price. Below we’ve compiled a list of the latest Sony headphones price in Nepal. Don’t miss out on the offers! You can buy them by visiting the nearest Sony center around you:
Sony headphones & their price in Nepal
Sony MDR-AS400EX In-ear Headphone
The Sony MDR-AS400EX is an in-ear headphone that is best suited for use during workouts. It has a stylish design and is splash-proof, thus you can sport it during training with a swagger. Being an in-ear headphone, it comes with an adjustable loop hanger that fits perfectly in your ear. Moreover, it has a powerful 9mm driver that will keep you going through your tough workout routine.
Specifications:
Weight: 10g
Driver unit: 9mm dynamic – Dome type
Frequency Response: 5-24,000Hz
Sensitivities: 103dB/mW
Cord length: 1.2m
Style: closed earbuds with adjustable ear loops
Price:Rs. 4,620 Rs. 3,000
Sony MDR-XB650BT Over-Ear Headphone
The XB in its name is an acronym for extra bass and that is exactly what this headphone delivers. With this headphone, one can enjoy punchy bass in music. And that too for a long period as it has a 30hr battery life. Furthermore, it comes with NFC One-touch that allows instant connectivity with your smartphone.
Now this one is funky. The Sony MDR-100AAP comes in vibrant colors and offers premium High-Resolution audio. It comes with titanium-coated diaphragm domes that offer great clarity of sound. Furthermore, it has High-Res compatible HD drivers that can reproduce frequencies up to 60kHz. The device is a great combo of style plus good audio quality!
Features: Titanium-coated diaphragm, inline remote and mic, beat response control
Price:Rs. 22,500 Rs. 14,625
Sony WH-H800 On-Ear Headphone
The Sony WH-H800 headphone is similar to the MDR-100AAP in terms of the range of color that they offer. However, this one seems a bit subdued. With this on your head, you can fit in easily in your workplace or at the library. It has the DSEE HX sound enhancement engine that helps produce rich, natural sound and to top it off, the headphone offers 24hr battery life.
Specifications:
Weight: 180g
Driver unit: 1.57-inch, dome type
Frequency Response: 5-40000Hz, 20-20000Hz(Bluetooth connectivity)
Impedance: 18ohm at 1kHz
Sensitivities: 100dB/mW
Cord length: 3.94ft (detachable)
Usage Time: 24hrs max.
Charge Time: 4hrs
Style: On-ear
Features: DSEE HX, LDAC, 24hr battery life
Price:Rs. 30,000 Rs. 19,500
Sony MDR-100ABN On-Ear Headphone
Another one of Sony headphones that offers High-resolution audio quality in a colorful package. What makes it different from the ones mentioned above is the addition of digital noise cancellation. It uses AI technology to analyze ambient sound. As a result, it automatically selects the most effective Noise Canceling mode.
Specifications:
Weight: 290g
Driver unit: 1.57-inch, dome type
Frequency Response: 5-40000Hz
Impedance: 32ohm (wired)
Sensitivities: 103dB/mW
Cord length: 3.94ft (detachable)
Usage Time: 20hrs max.
Charge Time: 6hrs
Style: On-ear
Features: NFC One-touch, digital noise cancellation, LDAC, beat response control
Price:Rs. 35,500 Rs. 23,075
Sony MDR-1RBTMK2 On-Ear Headphone
The Sony MDR-1RBTMK2 is the most expensive one in this lot. However, that’s probably because it has a liquid crystal polymer diaphragm and offers a battery life of approximately 30 hours (max). Moreover, there’s a battery indicator on the headphone itself and that’s pretty cool!
Specifications:
Weight: 297g
Driver unit: 40mm, dome type
Frequency Response: 4-80000Hz
Cord length: 1.5m (detachable)
Usage Time: 30hrs max.
Charge Time: 6hrs
Style: On-ear
Price:Rs. 48,000 Rs. 28,800
Sony Headphones Price in Nepal – Summary
Model
Original Price in Nepal
Discounted Price in Nepal
Sony MDR-AS400X in-ear headphone
Rs. 4,620
Rs. 3,000
Sony MDR-XB650BT over-ear headphone
Rs. 15,500
Rs, 10,075
Sony MDR-100AAP over-ear headphone
Rs. 22,500
Rs. 14,625
Sony WH-H800 on-ear headphone
Rs. 30,000
Rs. 19,500
Sony MDR-100ABN on-ear headphone
Rs. 35,500
Rs. 23,075
Sony MDR-1RBTMK2 on-ear headphone
Rs. 48,000
Rs. 28,800
Sony Centers in Nepal:
Here is the list of Sony Centers in Nepal from where you can get the headphones for a discount:
Bakhundole, Lalitpur: 5550705 (Head Office)
Kantipath, Kathmandu: 4250305
Jawalakhel, Lalitpur: 5526300
Labim Mall (2nd floor), Lalitpur: 5535164
Now, these offers on Sony headphones are only valid until March 15. And I highly suggest you get your favorite pair of Sony headphones when their price has been discounted in Nepal.
In the meantime, do check out our review of the POCO X2!
In a bid to compete against semi-flagship phones like Oneplus 7T and Redmi K20 Pro, Samsung launched the Galaxy Note 10 Lite in Nepal a few weeks ago exclusively via Daraz. However, it is now available for purchase from offline retail shops all over Nepal, albeit at a higher price.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite Overview
Display
The Note 10 Lite features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display offering a Full-HD+ resolution. It comes with 1080 x 2400 pixels. The Infinity-O Display will have a fingerprint display sensor (optical) mounted under the screen. It supports HDR as well, meaning you will be able to view HDR rich content on the Note 10 Lite.
Performance
Talking about the processor, Note 10 Lite is powered by the Exynos 9810 chipset which also powered the older Galaxy Note 9. It is a 10nm chipset with a maximum clock speed of 2.7GHz. The phone comes with 6GB or 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.1 internal storage. However, only the 8GB RAM version is available in Nepal. If the storage seems insufficient you can expand it up to 512GB through the microSD card slot.
Cameras
Getting to the cameras, there’s a 12MP primary camera with f/1.7 aperture and will come with support for dual pixel autofocus. A 12MP telephoto lens is also included that supports optical zoom up to 2x magnification. There’s also a 12MP lens for ultra-wide-angle shots. You will be able to take UHD videos at 60fps frame rate. There’s also a feature that will let you take slow-motion videos. There is a 32MP front camera for selfies.
With our test, we found the Note 10 Lite camera’s to be as good as the Note 10. When compared with the Oneplus 7T, the Note 10 Lite is marginally better.
Others
The phone will feature an S-Pen with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) support. It will also come with support for NFC, and dual-band Wi-Fi. You don’t have to miss out on the 3.5mm headphone jack either. As for the software, it runs on Android 10 with Samsung’s One UI 2.0 on top. It has a big 4,500 mAh battery and will support 25W fast charging. It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get fully charged from 0 to 100%.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite Specifications
Body: 6.44 x 3.00 x 0.34 inches; 199 gm
Display: 6.7-inches “Infinity-O” Super AMOLED panel
Resolution: Full-HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels); 20:9 aspect ratio; 394ppi
The price for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite in Nepal is Rs. 58,999 for the 8GB RAM, 128GB storage variant. It is available for purchase from mobile retail shops all over Nepal.
Model Variant (8+128GB)
Old Price
New Price in Nepal
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite
Rs.67,599
Rs. 58,999
Check out our hands-on impressions of the new Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite here:
Back in the day, people would laugh at you if you said you were a smartphone gamer. However, with the advancement of smartphone hardware, gaming smartphones are becoming a thing. Though it may not be as popular as console or PC gaming, it is growing at a rapid rate. The gaming smartphone has now caught the attention of the brands that lead the gaming industry such as Razer and Lenovo Legion. This year, we expect a lot of things to happen in the smartphone gaming segment; the start of which seems to be the launch of Nubia Red Magic 5G.
If you are a smartphone gamer, you would know that the number of options available in Nepal is very limited. In fact, there is only a single gaming smartphone that is officially available in Nepal- Nubia Red Magic 3.
Nubia, which started as a subsidiary brand ZTE, became an independent manufacturer in 2015 following enormous investment from Suning Holding Group and Suning Commerce Group. While it markets the majority of its smartphones as “Mobile Photography Expert“, the Red Magic series is popular among gamers as it brings gaming specs at a reasonable price.
With the new Nubia Red Magic 5G, Nubia is following the recent trends of smartphone brands to announce 5G phones. We have a lot of 5G phones in 2020 – even gaming phones like Black Shark 3 series, and iQOO 3 5G. However, Nubia Red Magic 5G is a different beast altogether with some serious power inside.
Nubia Red Magic 5G comes with a 6.65-inch FullHD+ screen. The AMOLED panel packs in 2340 x 1080 pixels. But what makes headline is the 144Hz refresh rate on the device. You heard it right – even when 90Hz screens on phones are scarce, the device supports a refresh rate of up to 144Hz. The refresh rate is well complemented by the 240Hz response rate. Frankly, what else would you ask if you are a gamer? It is the first among the smartphone to come with the flashy feature. The screen has narrow bezels on the top and the bottom. There is a tiny circular cut out on the top to accommodate the front camera.
Under the hood, Nubia Red Magic 5G comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 chipset. The chipset has become a standard for all the flagship smartphones set to launch this year. The chipset is coupled with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X55 modem for 5G connectivity. The base variant comes with an 8GB RAM but you can choose to get up to 16GB of RAM. Talking about internal storage, you can choose from 128GB to 256GB of UFS 3.0 storage. The RAM, here, is based on the latest LPDDR5 technology.
Camera
On the back of the device, we have a three-camera sensor arranged vertically on the top of the device. An LED flash resides just above the camera setup. The primary camera, here, is Sony’s IMX 686 sensor. It is accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide angle sensor and a 2MP macro sensor. On the front, we have an 8MP selfie camera. The camera isn’t the strongest part of the device but it isn’t designed for photographers.
Others
The Red Magic 5G comes with improved shoulder trigger buttons. The buttons have a 300Hz response rate and a 3milli-second touch delay for a more console-like experience. The 4,500mAh battery on the device supports 55W fast charging technology. It has an “air-cooled fast charging technology solution” to combat the heat generated from the fast charging. The colling system consists of a fan and a heat-sink chamber and is claimed to reduce the temperature around the CPU by almost 18-degrees.
It ships with Red Magic OS layered on top of Android 10. The phone retains the 3.5mm headphone jack and comes with 6 mics. The device supports 5G connectivity and WiFi-6 standards.
Nubia has launched the Nubia Red Magic 5G in China through an online event. The device is now available for pre-orders in China and will go on sale starting from March 19. The price of the Nubia Red Magic is 3,799 Yuan for 8/128GB variant, 4,099Yuan for 12/128GB variant, 4,399Yuan for 12/256GB variant and 4,999Yuan for 16/256GB.
The transparent Edition of the device comes at a price of 4,599Yuan for 12/256GB and 5199Yuan for a 16/256GB variant.
The company is also working on the International launch of the device which is set to occur somewhere in April. We are skeptical of a Nepal launch, however, it could launch in Nepal via online channel just like Nubia Red Magic 3. If the Nubia Red Magic 5G launches here, we expect the price of the Nubia Red Magic 5G in Nepal to be around NPR 65,000 for 8/128GB variant, NPR 70,000 for 12/128GB variant, NPR 75,000 for 12/256GB variant and NPR 85,000 for 16/256GB.
Variant
Expected Price in Nepal
Nubia Red Magic 5G (8/128GB)
~ NPR 65,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G (12/128GB)
~ NPR 70,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G (12/256GB)
~ NPR 75,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G (16/256GB)
~ NPR 85,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G Transparent Edition (12/256GB)
~ NPR 80,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G (16/256GB)
~ NPR 90,000
So are you excited about the Nubia Red Magic 5G? Does it miss out on any features you would want on a gaming smartphone? Let us know about what do you expect in gaming smartphones that will hit the market this year.
The Dell XPS 13 is one of the most popular 13-inch laptops/ultrabooks that you can go out and buy today. Dell currently sells 2 variants of the XPS 13. The first one is the late 2019 edition with Intel 10th generation Comet Lake CPU which goes by the name XPS 13 7390. The second is the latest XPS 13 9300 with Intel 10th generation Ice Lake CPU based on 10nm fabrication and 16:10 aspect ratio display. However, the former has been launched in Nepal.
Dell XPS 13 7390 Overview:
There are currently 2 variants of the Dell XPS 13 7390 in Nepal: i5 Non-touch and i7-Non touch. The i5 variant has 4 cores & 8 threads, whereas the i7 variant has 6 cores & 12 threads. Hence, you get better performance with the i7 variant. Other specifications are identical.
You get either 8 or 16GB of DDR3 RAM coupled with 256 or 512GB of M.2 PCle SSD storage. The display here is a 13.4-inch FullHD panel and it’s a non-touch. In terms of connectivity, there’s 2 USB-Type C port with thunderbolt 3 support on the left side & 1 USB-Type C port, 3.5mm headphone jack, and a microSD card slot.
It has a fingerprint reader on the power button which is fast and accurate. Sadly, there’s no support for Windows Hello face unlock. Battery-wise, it is powered by a 52Wh Lithium-ion 4-cell battery and you get a compact 45W charger out-of-the-box. Battery life is pretty decent as you get more than 8 hours of battery life.
On the design front, it’s typical of what you get with XPS 13 lineups. Premium metal builds with carbon fiber inside. It is very light-weight and easy to carry around. The keyboard is tactile enough and you get a glass trackpad that works fine.
CPU: 10th Generation Intel i5-10210U or i7-10710U processor
Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics
RAM: 8 or 16 GB DDR3 2133MHz RAM (Dual-Channel)
Storage: 256/512GB M.2 PCIe SSD
Connectivity: 2 USB-Type C Thunderbolt 3 ports, 1 USB-Type C, 3.5 mm jack, MicroSD slot
OS: Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64 Bit Operating System
Battery: 4-Cell 52WHr
Dell XPS 13 Price in Nepal (7390 Late 2019)
The base variant of the Dell XPS 13 7390 with i5 10th gen CPU, 256GB RAM, 8GB storage in Nepal has a price of Rs. 140,000. Similarly, the i7 Dell XPS 13 price in Nepal is Rs. 170,000.
Since entering Nepal, Realme has only been launching budget phones like Realme C2 and Realme 5. However, that has finally changed last month when Planet Realme (a separate entity under Realme Nepal) started selling Realme 5 Pro via Daraz. Now, you can purchase the Realme 5 Pro in Nepal via offline retail shops, albeit at a slightly higher price.
Realme 5 Pro Overview
The Realme 5 Pro is a mid-range smartphone and competes against the Redmi Note 8 Pro. It comes with a 6.3” FHD+ IPS LCD display with a mini-drop notch. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 712 which is a decent chipset at this price range. Moreover, you also get USF 2.1 storage and DDR4X RAM.
Here the main attraction is the Quad-Camera setup. The primary lens in this one is 48MP with a Sony IMX586 sensor. Moreover, the secondary sensor in this device too supports an Ultra Wide-Angle 119-degree FOV. The tertiary sensor is a Super Macro Lens with a focal length of 4cm and the fourth is a portrait lens.
On the front, there’s a 16MP selfie shooter with a Sony IMX471 sensor. It is powered by a 4035mAh battery. However, the thing to be noted is that the device comes with VOOC Flash charge 3.0. Meaning, it supports 20W fast charging.
There’s a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor that’s fast and accurate. You also get face-unlock which is done with the help of a front camera. The Realme 5 Pro runs on Android 9 with ColorOS, and Realme has promised it to receive Android 10 with its own Realme OS in the future.
Realme 5 Pro is currently available in Nepal in two memory. The price of 4/128GB variant of the Realme 5 Pro in Nepal is Rs. 26,990, whereas the 8+128GB variant carries a price tag of Rs. 31,500.
Vivo Nex 3 5G was the first-ever device to incorporate Vivo’s breakthrough waterfall display. The waterfall display helped the device to attain an insane 99.6% screen to body ratio which made the device stand out against other flagship devices. However, after a year, flagship devices have got more advanced and Vivo has finally realized a need to match them with the all-new Vivo Nex 3S 5G. Though Vivo doesn’t plan on launching the device in Nepal you might still get your hands on the Vivo Nex 3s through unofficial channels at an extravagant price.
Vivo Nex 3S 5G Overview
Vivo Nex 3 5G was a capable device in itself so there isn’t much to change in the new Vivo Nex 3S. So, the latter comes only with some minor upgrades. The upgrades are an attempt to increase the appeal of the device according to recent trends in the smartphone industry.
Display and Design
Vivo Nex 3S comes with the same 6.89-inch Super AMOLED waterfall display. To minimize the bezels, the edges of the display have been curved to nearly 90-degrees. There are no physical buttons on the device and Vivo has included Touch Sense as the replacement. The display here is a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2256 pixels and comes with support for HDR10+.
Chipset
The biggest upgrade in the device comes in the form of the chipset. Vivo Nex 3S comes with the latest flagship chipset from Qualcomm – Snapdragon 865 chipset. The chipset is bundled with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X55 modem. With this, the device supports both SA and NSA bands of 5G. The Vivo Nex 3 came with Snapdragon 855 Plus coupled with 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The memory configurations have stayed the same but Vivo has upgraded the LPDDR4X RAM to LPDDR5 RAM and the internal storage are now based on UFS 3.1 compared to last year’s UFS 3.0 storage. Just like the Nex 3, the Nex 3S doesn’t come with an option to expand the memory.
Camera
Vivo hasn’t made any changes in the camera department either. The device flaunts the same 64MP triple camera setup of the Nex 3. Samsung GW1‘s primary lens has an aperture of f/1.8 and is accompanied by a 13MP telephoto lens and a 13MP ultra wide-angle sensor. These cameras are arranged in an invisible triangle inside a circular module. An LED flash resides to the outside of the camera module.
On the front, there is a 16MP front camera for your selfie needs. To increase the screen to body ratio, the front camera is motorized that only pops-out when you want it to. The selfie camera is accompanied by a LED flash to help you take selfies in dark.
Others
The device ships with Android 10 with Vivo’s Funtouch OS on top. The whole setup is powered by a 4,500mAh battery which is the same as in the Vivo Nex 3S. The battery comes with support for 44W fast charging technology. For better gaming experience, the device comes with an X-Axis Haptic for better vibrations and a soaking plate that is said to reduce the temperature at the surface of the phone by 4-degrees and the chipset by about 10-degrees. The phone comes with Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS and Type-C port. There is an in-display fingerprint sensor but the 3.5mm headphone jack has been discarded.
WIfi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1, Type-C, dual-band 5G
Battery
4,350mAh with 44W Flash Charge
Sensors
Accelerometer, Light, Proximity, Gyro, Compass
Color Options
Capri Blue, White Prism
Vivo Nex 3S Price In Nepal, and Availability
Vivo Nex 3S comes with a price of 4,998 Yuan for 8GB/256B variant and 5,298 Yuan for the 12/256GB variant. The device will be available for purchase for the Chinese audience from the 14th of March. As of now, the company hasn’t dropped any hint about the international launch of the device. The price of Vivo Nex 3S 5G in Nepal is expected to be around NRP 85,000 for 8/256GB variant and NRP 90,000 for 12/256GB.
