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Specs Comparison: Vivo V3 Max vs Flash Plus 2

Kevin Bruce Francisco

Two new smartphones were just made officially recently — the Vivo V3 Max being locally available and the Flash Plus 2 finally unveiled. Although they have a wide gap when it comes to price, their internals seem to have a close resemblance. Let’s check out what these two offer in this quick specs comparison.

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Vivo V3 Max Advantages:

  • Bigger RAM
  • Higher megapixel count for front camera

Flash Plus 2 Advantages:

  • Android Marshmallow OS
  • Cheaper

Both are equal in:

  • Display size
  • Display resolution
  • Scratch-resistant glass
  • Pixel density
  • 1.8GHz octa-core processor
  • Internal storage
  • Memory expansion
  • Dual-SIM
  • Connectivity
  • Fingerprint sensor
  • Hi-Fi chip
  • Battery capacity

From what we can see on paper, there are a lot of similarities between the two. The only deciding factor here is that if you want a bigger RAM and don’t mind spending a bit more for it, the V3 Max is a good choice. Although if you prefer a more updated OS and are on a budget, the Flash Plus 2 variant with 3GB RAM is the one for you — when it officially arrives in PH.

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Specs Comparison: Flash Plus 2 vs Zenfone 2 Laser 5.5S

Kevin Bruce Francisco

The awaited Alcatel Flash Plus 2 just got official and with it comes capable specs on paper. This is why we’re pitting it against the also-recent ASUS Zenfone 2 Laser 5.5S. Let’s take a look at what these smartphones could offer its users with almost the same price point.

Note: Do keep in mind that there are two variants of Flash Plus 2 and what we’re comparing here is the model with a bigger 3GB RAM, 32GB of storage, and a higher asking price.

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Alcatel Flash Plus 2 Advantages:

  • Higher resolution at Full HD
  • Higher pixel density
  • Higher memory expansion
  • Front flash
  • Fingerprint sensor
  • Hi-Fi chip
  • Updated OS

Both are equal in:

  • Display size
  • RAM
  • Storage
  • Megapixel count for rear camera
  • Megapixel count for front camera
  • Dual-SIM
  • Connectivity
  • GPS
  • Battery capacity

From here, we see that the Zenfone 5.5S doesn’t really offer anything big that the Flash Plus 2 doesn’t have. There’s the Laser autofocus that promises 0.03-second of focus time and a capable Snapdragon processor. On the other hand, the new offering from Alcatel also has a slew of advantages over the 5.5S like a fingerprint sensor and a hi-fi chip to make your music sound better.

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Camera Shootout Results: Huawei P9 vs Nexus 6P

Kevin Bruce Francisco

After pitting the Huawei P9 against the Nexus 6P during our previous Camera Blind Test, we now reveal the results to see which photos you think is better.

results

Outdoor – General Shot

A
B
A/B

Winner: B for Nexus 6P

Outdoor – HDR

A
B
A/B

Winner: A for Nexus 6P

Outdoor – Close Up

A
B
A/B

Winner: A for Nexus 6P

Outdoor – Silhouette

A
B
A/B

Winner: B for Nexus 6P

Outdoor – Greens

A
B
A/B

Winner: A for Huawei P9

Indoor – Low Light

A
B
A/B

Winner: A for Nexus 6P

Indoor – Low Light (2)

A
B
A/B

Winner: A for Nexus 6P

Indoor – Flash

A
B
A/B

Winner: A for Nexus 6P

Outdoor – Night Shot

A
B
A/B

Winner: B for Huawei P9

Outdoor – Night Shot (2)

A
B
A/B

Winner: B for Nexus 6P

Video Quality

Winner: A for Huawei P9

Overall Winner: Google Nexus 6P

The votes suggest that many prefer how the Nexus 6P shoots than the P9. Although both are carrying the same Huawei brand, the company implemented different cameras for each hence the difference in results.

Want more comparisons between smartphones and how they take photos? Which devices would you want us to pit against each other next? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Specs Comparison: Apple iPhone SE vs Sony Xperia Z5 Compact

Kevin Bruce Francisco

With the release of the iPhone SE’s local price, it positions itself as an affordable premium device for both Apple fans and even for those who want to dip their feet at experiencing iOS. But for those on the other side and trying to switch to Android, the Xperia Z5 Compact is a smartphone that matches the sub-Php30K price of the 64GB SE. We take a quick side-by-side look at their specs in this comparison list.

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The iPhone SE has a smaller display at 4 inches while the Z5 Compact is at 4.6. This is subjective and depends on the preference of the user. Because of the slight difference in display, the smaller SE squeezes a bit more pixels than the Z5 Compact’s. Other than that, the only advantage of the SE, on paper alone, is a bigger 64GB internal storage.

On the other hand, the Xperia Z5 offers a more resolution-packed camera with its 23-megapixel rear shooter and 5.1MP front optics. Battery-wise, the Z5 offers almost double the capacity with its 2700mAh battery.

Both are priced for more than Php29,000 with only a few hundred pesos apart. You may opt to go for SE that enjoys the benefits of iOS or go for the water-resistant Z5 Compact. If you’re eager to know more, you may read our review for the Xperia Z5 Compact.

 

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Camera Blind Test: Samsung Galaxy S7 vs ASUS Zenfone Zoom

Kevin Bruce Francisco

We’re back with another article for our Camera Blind Test series and this time, we’re comparing two high-end phones that take imaging seriously — the new Samsung Galaxy S7 and the ASUS Zenfone Zoom.

Just like before, sample photos will be labeled with A or B so you won’t know which device took which picture. We will be revealing the results next week after tallying all your votes.

Note: Be sure to vote per category as the sample images are mixed (Galaxy S7 is sometimes A, sometimes B. Same with Zenfone Zoom).

Outdoor – Details

A
B
A/B

Outdoor – Contrast

A
B
A/B

Outdoor – Saturation

A
B
A/B

Outdoor – Macro

A
B
A/B

Outdoor – Low Light

A
B
A/B

Outdoor – Night

A
B
A/B

Outdoor – Night (2)

A
B
A/B

Indoor – Exposure

A
B
A/B

Indoor – General Shot

A
B
A/B

Indoor – Flash

A
B
A/B

Video Quality

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