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Vivo has officially launched the X Fold5 in China, its next-generation foldable smartphone that brings flagship-level durability, enhanced battery life, and premium build quality to the foldable segment. As the successor to the X Fold3 Pro, the X Fold5 represents Vivo’s continued push to refine foldable design, while making it thinner, lighter, and more practical than ever.
Slimmest Foldable Yet: Design and Build Quality
The Vivo X Fold5 sets a new benchmark in foldable phone thinness, particularly in its Titanium edition, which measures:
- 9.2mm when folded
- 4.3mm when unfolded
- Weight: 217 grams
This makes it the slimmest book-style foldable device on the market. The hinge uses a combination of high-strength steel and carbon fiber, maintaining a balance between durability and reduced weight. The phone also becomes the first foldable to achieve IPX8 and IPX9+ ratings, along with IP5X dust protection, making it one of the most rugged foldables ever released.
Display: Bright, Smooth, and Immersive
The X Fold5 keeps the same display sizes as its predecessor:
- External Display: 6.53-inch OLED
- Internal Foldable Display: 8.03-inch LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2,480 x 2,200 pixels
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- 10-bit Color Depth
- Peak Brightness: 4,500 nits
This ensures a fluid, vibrant, and outdoor-friendly viewing experience, perfect for productivity and media consumption alike.
Performance: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with Massive RAM and Storage
Under the hood, the Vivo X Fold5 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, paired with:
- 12GB or 16GB LPDDR5X RAM
- Storage Options: 256GB, 512GB, and a top-tier 1TB variant (UFS 4.1)
While the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is approaching the end of its flagship cycle, it remains a robust and high-performance processor, capable of handling multitasking, gaming, and AI-based features with ease.
Connectivity & Unique Features
The X Fold5 comes packed with advanced connectivity options, including:
- 5G
- Wi-Fi 7
- Bluetooth 5.4
- NFC
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort support
A standout feature is the off-grid voice and text communication via Bluetooth with a range of up to 1 kilometer, ideal for emergencies or remote areas.
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Camera System: Triple 50MP Zeiss-Enhanced Setup
Vivo has once again partnered with Zeiss to deliver a high-end imaging experience. The X Fold5 features a triple 50MP camera setup, including:
- Main Camera: Sony IMX921 sensor, f/1.57, OIS
- Telephoto Camera: 3x periscope lens, Sony IMX882, OIS
- Ultrawide Camera: 15mm FoV, f/2.05
All lenses use Zeiss T coating*, which reduces lens flare and enhances clarity, making the X Fold5 a top performer in mobile photography.
Battery and Charging: Industry-Leading 6,000mAh Power
Perhaps the most impressive upgrade is the massive 6,000mAh battery, split into two silicon-carbon cells:
- 3,275mAh + 2,725mAh configuration
Charging options include:
- 80W Wired Charging
- 40W Wireless Charging
This makes the X Fold5 the foldable with the largest battery on the market, addressing a major concern with most foldable phones — battery endurance.
Pricing in China and Expected Global Availability
Vivo has released several variants in China, priced as follows:
- 12GB + 256GB: ~USD 975
- 12GB + 512GB: ~USD 1,115
- 16GB + 512GB: ~USD 1,255
- 16GB + 1TB: ~USD 1,325
While there is no official word yet on global availability, Vivo’s past pattern with the X Fold3 Pro suggests that international markets — including Pakistan, India, and parts of Europe — may see a rollout later this year.
