Vivo T3 Ultra 5G: There is no dearth of options in the Indian smartphone market, and that’s even the case with the burgeoning 5G mobile segment.
But every so often, a phone arrives that is able to rise above – not by being flashy, but by simply doing everything very well.
And that’s precisely where the Vivo T3 Ultra 5G comes in. It’s not trying to be the fanciest phone in the room, but the most reliable one.
Let’s dig into what makes this phone work — and where it could have worked just a little better.
Design: Sleeker, More Modern, Classier
LIKE The first thing that strikes you about the Vivo T3 Ultra 5G is how elegant it looks, and how well finished it is.
With a matte rear, gently curved edges and slim build it’s a significantly premium looking phone that belies its lesser price.
Vivo has clearly taken ergonomics into consideration – it feels light in the hand, and doesn’t slide about in your palm, as so many glossy phones of this ilk insist on doing.
Available in sleek hues like Aurora Blue and Midnight Black, it’s the very epitome of a phone that smashes together style and subtlety without making a big noisy fuss about it.
Screen: Big, Bright (and Butter-Smooth)
At the front, you’re presented with a 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen, and what a pleasure it is.
The 120Hz refresh rate also means animations and scrolling feel extra smooth, and the AMOLED panel guarantees deep blacks and vibrant colours.
Whether you’re streaming Netflix, gaming on-the-go, or doom-scrolling into the wee hours, the display can handle it.
The screen is also resistant to roughhousing courtesy of Schott Xensation glass, so don’t expect to have a panic attack if you accidentally drop it or scratch it in your pocket.
Performance: A Truck That Does the Hustle.
Under the hood, the T3 Ultra is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 processor, with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage.
It’s snappy in real-world use. App launch times are snappy, multitasking is smooth, and games, such as BGMI and Call of Duty Mobile, run in decent settings without any noticeable lags.
Vivo also adds Extended RAM 3.0 to make the phone capable of borrowing a few gigs of storage when things get heavy, so you do get a smoother experience all in all.
Camera: It’s not only megapixels
There is a 64MP OIS equipped main sensor on the back, along with a 2MP depth sensor. On paper that might not sound like much, but its software tuning does a lot of the heavy lifting for Vivo.
Daylight pictures are crisp and colors are fairly realistic, while night-time shots are in focus and have very little movement blur thanks to optical image stabilization.
The 16MP selfie camera is also solid, if you’re taking the best selfies in good lighting.
Edge detection is surprisingly on point in Portrait mode, and skin tones look true to life.
Battery Life and Charging: All Day Power, In Minutes With Super Fast Charging
A 5,000mAh battery powers the phone and, for me at least, keeps it going for a day of moderate to somewhat heavy use.
So whether you’re watching videos, gaming, or chatting on the phone, you won’t reach for the charger anytime soon.
When you do finally get to plug the phone in though, 44W fast charging is here to save the day, getting the phone from 0 to about 60% in 30 minutes.
Pros and Cons
Pros
High quality AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate
Solid build and sleek design
Dependable MediaTek Dimensity 7200 performance
OIS-enabled 64MP main camera
Long lasting battery with quick charging
Clean bloatware free OS experience
Cons
No ultra-wide or macro lens
Frame is plastic, but is well constructed
No stereo speakers
Available at few offline stores
No IP water/dust resistance rating
Vivo T3 Ultra 5G: Final Judgment: Smart, Sleek, and More Powerful Than It Looks
It’s inflatable. It has notches. But either way, the Vivo T3 ultra 5G ticks virtually every box we’d want of a mid-ranger.
From its attention-grabbing design to its crisp AMOLED display and steady performance, it serves up value beyond its price point without the sacrifices typically associated with it.
It isn’t a “flagship killer,” but frankly, it doesn’t have to be. It’s just one of the most balanced phones in its category at this price point right now.
Need a reliable daily driver with modern amenities and minimal styling? The T3 Ultra is well worth a look.