vivo S2 5G

The large battery delivered nearly 15 hours in testing, making a full day of demanding use realistic. Wireless charging adds convenience that few rivals offer.

The 1260x2800 AMOLED screen is sharper than standard Full HD panels. Its 120 Hz refresh rate keeps motion smooth, while 3000 nits peak brightness aids outdoor visibility.

IP68 and IP69 protection provides unusually strong resistance to water and dust. That makes the phone better suited to travel and demanding outdoor use.

Three years of operating-system updates and five years of security support make it a practical long-term purchase. The 256 GB option also provides more room for apps and media.

The 50 MP main camera has optical stabilisation, but the 2 MP depth sensor adds little practical value. There is neither an ultrawide camera nor optical zoom, both significant compromises at ₹39,999.

The 44 W charging system takes about 65 minutes to go from 20% to full. That is slow beside the much faster charging offered by many competitors.

₹39,999 is difficult to justify for 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage. UFS 3.1 is reasonably quick, but rivals frequently provide more memory, storage or stronger performance for the money.

The lack of NFC prevents tap-to-pay and quick pairing with compatible accessories. Buyers using contactless phone payments should look elsewhere.