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Vivo X Fold 5 Review: Sleek Foldable with Stunning Display
Foldables have gotten a serious upgrade.
Vivo’s latest flagship, the Vivo X Fold 5, is here—and it’s not done yet. While most brands are still refining the basics of foldable phones, Vivo has clearly taken note and has finally delivered a device that feels polished.
With a more durable hinge, faster performance, ultra-clear display (yes, both the inside and the cover), and all-day battery, this phone isn’t just a tech demo—it’s an everyday premium phone you might actually want to use.
But is it the best foldable phone in India right now? Let’s take a look at everything that makes the Vivo X Fold 5 the sleekest foldable yet.
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📱 Launch and Availability in India
- Launch Date (Expected): August 2025
- Variants: 12GB+256GB / 16GB+512GB
- Expected Price in India: ₹1,49,999
- Availability: Flipkart, Amazon, Vivo India Online Store, Offline Retail
- Color Options: Starry Night Black, Cosmic Blue
Vivo is aiming for a more aggressive foldable push in India this year, bringing premium features along with improved availability and long-lasting software support.
🔥 Display: Bright, Smooth, and Visually Addictive
Main Display:
- 8.03-inch E7 AMOLED (Foldable)
- Resolution: 2K+ (2160 x 1916)
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- Brightness: Max 3000 nits
Cover Display:
- 6.53-inch AMOLED FHD+
- 120Hz LTPO Adaptive Refresh
Both displays are amazing. Colors pop, blacks are deep, and outdoor visibility is incredible. Everything runs incredibly smoothly thanks to the 120Hz adaptive refresh, whether you’re watching Netflix on a tablet or browsing Twitter.
📸 Camera: ZEISS Optics in Action Again
Vivo keeps its ZEISS partnership alive on the X Fold 5, and it shows in the results.
- Main camera: 50 MP (Sony IMX890, f/1.75, OIS)
- Ultra-wide: 12 MP
- Telephoto: 64 MP 3x zoom
- Periscope: 8 MP 10x optical zoom
- Front (outer): 32 MP
- Front (inner): 16 MP
Low-light performance is flagship-grade, and daylight photos are clear, detailed, and color-accurate without any additional processing. This is one of the best camera systems ever in a foldable camera.
⚙️ Performance: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Takes Charge
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- RAM: 12GB/16GB LPDDR5X
- Storage: 256GB/512GB UFS 4.0
- OS: Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15
Everyday use, multitasking, and gaming? This phone manages everything effortlessly. App launches are instant, animations are smooth, and even multitasking with floating windows is smooth.
🔋 Battery Life: Finally, a Foldable That Lasts
- Battery Capacity: 5,200mAh
- Charging options include 80W wired, 50W wireless, and reverse wireless.
- Screen-on Time: Easily 7-8 hours with mixed usage
This is probably the best battery on a foldable in 2025. Unlike older foldables, you can’t use the charger before dinner.
👤 User Experience and Build Quality: Premium Through and Through
- Weight: ~278 grams
- Build: Ultra-thin flex hinge with 500,000 fold durability
- Fingerprint: Ultrasonic under-display (both screens!)
- Hinge Feel: Buttery smooth, opens to any angle
FunTouch OS has also been improved, with better multitasking, app continuity, and one-handed mode when using the cover screen.
📊 Real Comparison: Vivo X Fold 5 vs Other Foldables
| Features | Vivo X Fold 5 | Galaxy Z Fold 6 | OnePlus Open 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Display | 8.03″ AMOLED, 2K+ | 7.6″ AMOLED, QXGA+ | 7.82″ AMOLED, 2K+ |
| Cover Display | 6.53″, 120Hz | 6.3″, 120Hz | 6.31″, 120Hz |
| Battery | 5200mAh, 80W | 4500mAh, 25W | 5000mAh, 67W |
| Camera Setup | 50+64+12+8MP | 50+12+10MP | 48+64+48MP |
| Weight | ~278g | ~253g | ~275g |
| OS | Funtouch OS 15 | OneUI 7 | OxygenOS Fold |
🧠 Quick Look: Vivo X Fold 5 Specifications
- Processor: Snapdragon 8th generation 3
- Display: 8.03” + 6.53” AMOLED, 120Hz
- Camera: 50MP + 64MP + 12MP + 8MP
- Selfie: 32MP + 16MP
- Battery: 5200mAh, 80W wired
- OS: Android 15
- Build: Aluminum frame, glass back, new flex hinge
- Biometrics: Ultrasonic fingerprint on both screens
✅ Pros and Cons
Pros:
✔️ Awesome foldable display
✔️ Flagship-grade camera with ZEISS lenses
✔️ Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is awesome
✔️ All-day battery + fast charging
✔️ Great multitasking support
Cons:
❌ Heavier than slab phones
❌ Premium price (₹1.5L+)
❌ No IPX8 rating like Samsung
🛍️ Buyer Profile
Vivo X Fold 5 is perfect for:
- Power users who want multitasking and a big screen experience
- Photography enthusiasts on a foldable device looking for pro-level optics
- Tech-savvy users who want the latest and sleekest flagship
- Creatives and professionals who need portable productivity
If you’re looking for the best foldable Android phone that doesn’t compromise on display, camera, or battery, this could be it.
🧾 Final Verdict
Vivo has finally nailed it. The Vivo X Fold 5 seems more like a capable, elegant daily driver than a futuristic idea.. It’s the smoothest foldable we’ve tested so far – it’s one of the only foldables worth recommending right now.
If budget isn’t your biggest concern
🤔 FAQs About Vivo X Fold 5
Q1: Is the Vivo X Fold 5 waterproof?
No, it doesn’t have an IP rating like Samsung’s foldables.
Q2: Can it run two apps side by side on the main display?
Yes, the multitasking features are excellent. You can run 3 apps in split screen and even floating windows.
Q3: Is the camera better than Galaxy Z Fold 6?
In daylight and telephoto zoom—yes. Vivo’s ZEISS optics shine.
Q4: Does it support eSIM in India?
Yes, it supports both physical SIM and eSIM.
Q5: Is the crease visible on the fold?
Slightly, but it’s one of the most subtle on any foldable yet.