Any major OS update brings pros and cons. Based on hundreds of user reports from XDA Forums and Vivo Community boards, here is the real-world impact:
It is essential to distinguish between the underlying Android framework and the OEM skin. The Vivo V5 did not receive "stock" Android 7.0. Instead, it received Funtouch OS 3.0, which utilized Android 7.0 Nougat as its base. vivo v5 android version 7.0 update
2.1. Visual Overhaul Prior to this update, Funtouch OS resembled iOS in aesthetic, lacking an app drawer. The Android 7.0 update refined this look. The notification shade became more translucent, and the toggles were redesigned for better accessibility. The settings menu was simplified, adopting a cleaner layout consistent with Nougat standards, making it easier for users to navigate system preferences. Any major OS update brings pros and cons
2.2. Native Nougat Features The integration of Android 7.0 brought several core Google features to the V5: Instead, it received Funtouch OS 3
Some developers on XDA Forums ported LineageOS 14.1 (based on Android 7.1.2) for the Vivo V5. This requires unlocking the bootloader, TWRP recovery, and rooting. It’s risky but possible. Proceed at your own risk.
Nougat introduced a more functional notification panel. You could now reply to messages directly from the notification shade (inline replies) without opening the app. Notifications were also bundled by app, reducing clutter.