Vivo S17e vs Vivo S18e

The Vivo S17e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S17e leads — 33/100 vs 31/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S18e has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo S17e is noticeably lighter (178g vs 193g).

The Vivo S17e edges out the Vivo S18e by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S17e
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 77
Value for money 55
Vivo S18e
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 46
Design 58
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo S17e better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 178g vs 193g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Vivo S18e better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 66W

  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo S17e vs the Vivo S18e, the Vivo S17e scores 2 points higher (33/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S17e leads (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S17e is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S18e is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S17e notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo S17e: The Vivo S17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo S18e: The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo S17e Vivo S18e
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4600 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 66W 80W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, OriginOS 3 Android 14, OriginOS 4
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.2×74.9×7.4 mm 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm
Weight 178 g 193 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo S17e
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Vivo S18e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Vivo S17e
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo S18e
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo S17e
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo S18e
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo S17e is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo S18e is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo S17e notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (77/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S17e or the Vivo S18e?

The Vivo S17e edges out the Vivo S18e by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo S17e and the Vivo S18e?

The Vivo S17e has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo S18e — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S17e or the Vivo S18e?

The Vivo S17e leads on camera score (37/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S17e over the Vivo S18e?

The Vivo S17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.