The foldable phone market just got a serious new contender. Vivo has officially pulled the wraps off its latest flagship foldable, the X Fold 5, and it’s clear they’re not just here to participate – they’re here to win. Launched in India on July 14th, the X Fold 5 is a sleek, powerful, and impressively specced device that seems to address many of the pain points early adopters of foldables have faced.
Here’s a closer look at what the Vivo X Fold 5 packs:
Vivo X Fold 5 Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Inner Display | 8.03-inch LTPO AMOLED, 2480 x 2200 pixels, 120Hz, 4500 nits peak brightness |
| Cover Display | 6.53-inch LTPO AMOLED, 2748 x 1172 pixels, 120Hz |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 512GB UFS 4.1 |
| Rear Cameras | 50MP Main (Sony IMX921, OIS) + 50MP Ultrawide (Samsung JN1) + 50MP Periscope Telephoto (Sony IMX882, 3x optical zoom, OIS) |
| Front Cameras | 20MP (Inner) + 20MP (Cover) |
| Battery | 6,000mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired, 40W wireless |
| Operating System | FuntouchOS 15 based on Android 15 |
| Durability | IPX8 & IPX9 water resistance, IP5X dust resistance |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 159.7 x 142.3 x 4.3 mm, Folded: 159.7 x 72.6 x 9.2 mm |
| Weight | 217g |
| Price (India) | ₹1,49,999 for 16GB + 512GB |
From the moment you pick it up, the X Fold 5 feels different. It’s remarkably thin and light for a device of this category, tipping the scales at just 217 grams and measuring a mere 4.3mm when unfolded. That’s thinner than many regular flagship phones on the market. Vivo has clearly put a lot of engineering effort into the hinge mechanism, which feels robust and allows the device to close without a noticeable gap.
Unfold the device, and you’re greeted by a massive 8.03-inch LTPO AMOLED display that’s simply breathtaking. With a 120Hz refresh rate and a staggering peak brightness of 4,500 nits, this screen is a joy for everything from scrolling through social media to immersive gaming and movie watching. The cover display is no slouch either; it’s a generous 6.53-inch LTPO AMOLED panel, also with a 120Hz refresh rate, making it feel like a premium, standalone smartphone when the device is closed.
Under the hood, the Vivo X Fold 5 is powered by the still very capable Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, paired with a hefty 16GB of RAM. While some might have hoped for the very latest silicon, this combination should provide more than enough power for even the most demanding users. What’s particularly impressive is the massive 6,000mAh battery – one of the largest in a foldable to date. This is a welcome change in a category often criticized for mediocre battery life. When you do need to top up, the 80W wired and 40W wireless charging will get you back in the action in no time.
The camera system, co-engineered with Zeiss, is another area where the X Fold 5 aims to impress. It boasts a versatile triple-camera setup on the rear, featuring three 50-megapixel sensors: a main shooter, an ultrawide lens, and a periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. Early reports suggest the image quality is top-notch, with Vivo’s excellent image processing and Zeiss’s optical expertise delivering stunning results.
One of the most talked-about features is the phone’s impressive durability. The Vivo X Fold 5 comes with IPX8 and IPX9 water resistance, as well as an IP5X rating for dust resistance, offering a level of peace of mind not always associated with foldable devices.
The Vivo X Fold 5 is shaping up to be a formidable competitor in the foldable space. With its sleek design, top-tier specifications, and a focus on practical features like a large battery and enhanced durability, it’s a compelling option for anyone looking to make the leap to a foldable phone. Sales in India are set to begin on July 30th, and it will be interesting to see how it stacks up against the established players.