The vivo X Fold5 is a flagship foldable built around an 8.03-inch inner display, a practical 6.53-inch cover screen, and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 platform.
Its main appeal is the mix of slim folding hardware, a large 6000mAh silicon-carbon battery, ZEISS-branded triple cameras, and high-end connectivity in a device positioned for premium Android buyers.
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology: | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands: | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| CDMA 800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands: | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| CDMA2000 1x | |
| 4G bands: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 |
| 5G bands: | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed: | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Launch
| Announced: | 2025, June 25 |
| Status: | Available. Released 2025, July 02 |
Body
| Dimensions: | Unfolded: 159.7 x 142.3 x 4.3 mmFolded: 159.7 x 72.6 x 9.2 mm |
| Weight: | 217 g or 226 g (7.65 oz) |
| Build: | Glass front (closed), aluminum alloy frame, glass fiber back |
| SIM: | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| IP58/IP59+ dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 3m for 30 min) |
Display
| Type: | Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 5280Hz PWM, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4500 nits (peak) |
| Size: | 8.03 inches, 206.5 cm2 (~90.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution: | 2200 x 2480 pixels (~413 ppi density) |
| Cover display: LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 5500 nits (peak) 6.53 inches, 1172 x 2748 pixels, 21:9 ratio Armor Glass (2nd gen) |
Platform
| OS: | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 5 (China) |
| Chipset: | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| CPU: | Octa-core (1×3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3×3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.3 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU: | Adreno 750 |
Memory
| Card slot: | No |
| Internal: | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
| UFS 4.1 |
Main Camera
| Triple: | 50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.6, 70mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.95″, 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.1, 15mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76″, 0.64µm, PDAF |
| Features: | Color spectrum sensor, Laser AF, Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Dual-LED flash, panorama |
| Video: | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Selfie camera
| Single: | 20 MP, f/2.4, 21mm (wide), 1/3.6″, 0.7µm Cover camera: 20 MP, f/2.4, 21mm (wide), 1/3.6″, 0.7µm |
| Features: | HDR |
| Video: | 1080p@30fps |
Sound
| Loudspeaker: | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack: | No |
| 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio Snapdragon Sound |
Comms
| WLAN: | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band or tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth: | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Positioning: | GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), GLONASS |
| NFC: | Yes |
| Infrared port: | Yes |
| Radio: | No |
| USB: | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, Display Port |
Features
| Sensors: | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Battery
| Type: | Si/C Li-Ion 6000 mAh |
| Charging: | 80W wired 40W wireless Reverse wired 5W reverse wireless |
Misc
| Colors: | Titanium Gray, Green, White |
| Models: | V2436A, V2429 |
| SAR: | 0.86 W/kg (head) 0.85 W/kg (body) |
| Price: | ₹ 147,990 |
Our Tests
| Performance: | AnTuTu: 1883303 (v10) GeekBench: 6483 (v6) 3DMark: 4739 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display: | 1916 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker: | -25.7 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery: | Active use score 13:21h |
Price and Availability
The vivo X Fold5 offers a compelling combination of features and performance. While the base price is around ₹1,47,990, the actual cost may vary depending on your location and retailer. Below, you’ll find the approximate price of the vivo X Fold5 converted into various currencies. Please note that these are estimates based on recent exchange rates as of July 31, 2026 and may not reflect the exact price you’ll find at a retailer.
- United States: $1,546
- Japan: ¥250,972
- United Kingdom: £1,152
- Australia: A$2,207
- Canada: C$2,170
- Taiwan: NT$50,068
- Denmark: kr10.033
- Saudi Arabia: ﷼5,799
- South Korea: ₩2,208,733
- Germany: €1.345
- Brazil: R$7.883
- Vietnam: ₫40.668.896
- Kenya: KSh 200,016
- India: ₹1,47,990
- Indonesia: Rp 27.963.469
- Nigeria: ₦2,107,716
- Pakistan: ₨429,220
- Philippines: ₱95,125
- Bangladesh: ৳১,৯১,২৬১
Why Should You Buy the vivo X Fold5?
The vivo X Fold5 makes the strongest case for buyers who want a foldable phone that feels closer to a daily flagship than a fragile showcase device. It combines a large tablet-style inner screen, a tall cover display, flagship silicon, IP58/IP59+ protection, and a battery capacity that is unusually large for this form factor.
Design and Durability
At 4.3 mm unfolded and 9.2 mm folded, the X Fold5 is designed to stay slim whether used open or closed. The glass front, aluminum alloy frame, and glass fiber back give it a premium construction, while the listed 217 g or 226 g weight depends on variant or finish. Its dust and water resistance rating is a major strength for a foldable, including protection against high-pressure water jets and immersion claims under specified conditions.
Display Experience
The 8.03-inch foldable LTPO AMOLED panel is the centerpiece, offering a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 1 billion colors, and a high peak brightness rating. The 6.53-inch cover display also uses LTPO AMOLED technology with 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and second-generation Armor Glass, making the phone more useful when folded instead of forcing every task onto the inner screen.
Performance and Storage
With the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Adreno 750 GPU, the X Fold5 targets flagship-level gaming, multitasking, and productivity. The available configurations range from 256GB with 12GB RAM to 1TB with 16GB RAM, all using UFS 4.1 storage. There is no microSD slot, so buyers should choose storage carefully at purchase.
Camera System
The rear camera setup is built around three 50 MP sensors: wide, periscope telephoto with 3x optical zoom, and ultrawide. ZEISS optics, ZEISS T* coating, Laser AF, OIS on the main and telephoto cameras, and 8K video support make this a serious camera package for a foldable. Dual 20 MP selfie cameras cover both unfolded and folded use.
Battery and Charging
The 6000mAh silicon-carbon battery is one of the most important advantages of the X Fold5. It supports 80W wired charging, 40W wireless charging, reverse wired charging, and 5W reverse wireless charging. The listed active use score of 13:21h suggests the phone is built for heavier all-day use than many slim foldables.
Software and Updates
The phone ships with Android 15 and is listed with up to four major Android upgrades. International models use Funtouch 15, while China models use OriginOS 5, so the software experience can differ depending on region. That distinction matters for buyers importing the device.
Connectivity and Everyday Features
The X Fold5 covers broad 4G and 5G band support, along with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, infrared, USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, and DisplayPort output. Stereo speakers, Hi-Res audio, Snapdragon Sound, and a side-mounted fingerprint reader round out the practical flagship feature set, though there is no 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Who Is It For?
This phone is best for users who want one device to work as both a premium smartphone and a compact tablet. It suits productivity, reading, multitasking, media, and camera use better than buyers simply looking for the lowest price or the smallest flagship phone.
Conclusion
The vivo X Fold5 is a high-end foldable with a strong display package, flagship performance, versatile ZEISS cameras, and unusually strong battery specs. It is recommended for premium Android users who want a foldable that prioritizes practicality as much as design.
References
- vivo Global X Fold5 specifications – Primary manufacturer specification page for the vivo X Fold5, covering display, chipset, memory, battery, dimensions, cameras, connectivity, sensors, and official footnotes.
- vivo Global X Fold5 product page – Official product overview with manufacturer claims and disclaimers for weight, foldable design, battery, durability ratings, display, ZEISS camera system, and performance features.
- vivo India X Fold5 specifications – Official regional specifications page useful for cross-checking market-specific details such as color availability, ingress protection wording, charging, and India variant information.
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform – Official chipset reference for verifying Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 platform capabilities, CPU/GPU family, modem, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and related platform specifications mentioned in the phone article.
- Notebookcheck Vivo X Fold5 review – Reputable independent technical review with measured display, performance, thermal, connectivity, and battery findings to supplement official specifications.
