Smartphone RAM Evolution: A Journey of Innovation
Over the past 20 years, the mobile device has voyaged through a massive transformation from calling- handsets to opulent phones with highly intuitive interfaces and next generation functionalities. These innovations testify of a fast-evolving industry and shifting customer values that directly impact product development.
Today, the performance of an Android phone is judged over its battery life, processing power, artificial intelligence (AI) features, facial recognition, power of cameras to name a few. One winning example of a smartphone differentiator is the RAM size which is an imperative and distinguishing feature of a phone.
RAM and Multi-tasking
RAM, or Random-Access Memory, is a very important hardware component that powers phones and help your smartphones work and feel fast. It is a speedy type of memory which temporarily stores all the information your phone needs like the applications you’ve opened since you turned on your phone. That memory lets you return to an app you’ve previously used and pick up from where you left without delay.
The more RAM your phone has, the more apps it can store for quick access, which results in an overall feeling of your phone working faster. This switching between apps and picking up right where you left is often called “multitasking.” If a phone is said to multitask well, it’s because it makes good use of RAM.
How much RAM do you actually need?
The answer to this question varies from one person to another and will mainly depend on the apps you use. Some smartphone users only do light browsing, texting, calling, and video streaming, which doesn’t involve too much RAM usage. Meanwhile, other users indulge in more mobile gaming and video editing, which requires more RAM. So, if you are an avid smartphone user with a craze for mobile gaming, getting your hands on an efficient 8GM RAM mobile would be a smart choice to optimize on the overall phone performance
The RAM revolution
Back in the early days of android phones, phones came with 1 GB RAM and over time more memory was added. By 2014, most high-end devices had 3GB of RAM and during 2016 and 2017, 4GB became the de facto standard. Tasks like gaming, switching between plenty of apps, editing photos and videos require enough memory to run. Thankfully, we now have ample number of phones that boast of 8GB RAM.
The principle is simple- the more the RAM, the better will it be for your handset. This is why most smartphone brands are increasing RAM size of their handset to allure gaming enthusiasts and users who crave for a fluid and seamless experience. It is also pertinent to note that anything beyond 8 GB could qualify as a specification overload, which increases the price and brings little or no benefit to the user.
With that said, vivo is one brand that has shown that it can step up to almost any smartphone innovation. The Vivo S1 pro, with an 8 GB RAM powered by Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665, is meant to bring aspirational and high-end features in a more affordable segment. At a price of Rs. 18990, the Vivo S1 pro has a lot going in its favour in addition to a significant 8GB RAM size. It comes with a massive 4500 mAH battery, a 48 MP quad rear camera and 32 MP selfie camera and runs on runs on Funtouch OS 9.2 based on Android 9.0 Pie operating system.
To conclude, while RAM is a critical purchasing factor, it cannot be viewed in isolation as it is just one piece of the smartphone puzzle. Other factors are equally important when it comes to longevity and performance, including the battery, processor, connectivity and software updates from the manufacturer. While an 8GB RAM would be more than enough for the heaviest users, it needs to be looked at in conjunction with other features being offered in the given price segment.
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