Highlights
- Vivo X Fold 5 launch weighs just 217g and features an 8.03″ 2K+ LTPO AMOLED inner screen, 6.53″ outer display and 4500 nits brightness.
- It is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and comes with up to 16GB RAM, 1TB storage, and a 6,000mAh battery supporting 80W wired and 40W wireless charging.
- Available in Titanium, Clear White, and Pine Green colours, the price starts at ¥6999.
Caption – Vivo X Fold 5 has been officially launched in China. (Image crest – Vivo)
Vivo has officially unveiled the Vivo X Fold 5 in China as the world’s lightest large foldable. The X Fold 5 weighs just 217g in its Titanium variant and measures 9.2mm folded and 4.3mm unfolded. Meanwhile, the White and Green Pine versions come in a thicker and heavier design, measuring 9.7mm folded/4.55mm unfolded and 226g on a weighing scale. The hinge is made of high-strength steel and carbon fiber, keeping it as durable and as light as possible.
Here’s more about the new foldable.
Caption – Vivo X Fold 5 key features explained in Chinese marketing material. (Image crest – Vivo)
Vivo X Fold 5 – Key Feature
The X Fold 5 sports an 8.03-inch inner AMOLED display with a sharp 2K+ resolution (2480×2200), adaptive 1-120Hz LTPO refresh rate, and up to 4500 nits peak brightness. The outer display is a 6.53-inch FHD+ LTPO AMOLED screen with the same refresh rate and brightness.
Both screens support 10.7 billion colors, Dolby Vision, and high-frequency PWM dimming to reduce eye strain. For protection, the inner screen uses UTG glass, while the outer has second-gen Armor Glass for better durability.
Under the hood, the phone is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage. Vivo’s custom hinge-integrated antenna design improves signal strength by 36% when folded, and network performance has been fine-tuned in collaboration with Qualcomm.
Caption – Vivo X Fold 5 other features. (Image crest – Vivo)
It runs OriginOS 5 based on Android 15, and introduces a new “Atomic Workbench” feature that allows up to five apps in split-screen, complete with drag-and-drop support for multitasking. The phone even integrates with Apple devices, supporting AirPods, Apple Watch (Series 6 and up), and Mac file sharing and screen extension.
The camera setup includes three 50MP sensors, a Sony IMX921 main camera with OIS, an ultra-wide, and a periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and 100x digital zoom. ZEISS optics and software offer enhanced portraits, macro shots, and improved low-light performance. Both screens have 20MP front cameras.
Caption – Vivo X Fold 5 battery features explained. (Image crest – Vivo)
The phone features a 6000mAh Blue Ocean battery, developed with CATL. It uses 4th-gen silicon anode and 2nd-gen semi-solid-state battery tech, delivering 866Wh/L energy density and functioning in extreme cold down to -30°C. It supports 80W wired, 40W wireless, and reverse wireless charging.
Built with FS55 steel and carbon fiber, the reengineered hinge makes the foldable tough yet light. It’s the first foldable to be certified with IPX8, IPX9, and IPX9+ ratings, meaning it can survive 80°C water and high-pressure jets. It’s also IP5X rated for dust resistance and can operate in -20°C conditions.
Other features include dual stereo speakers, NFC, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS with NavIC, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. A unique touch, the inner screen can be replaced independently, a first in the industry.
Price and Availability
Caption – Vivo X Fold 5 available in three colour variants. (Image crest – Vivo)
The Vivo X Fold 5 comes in Titanium, Clear White, and Pine Green colours and is available in the following variants:
- 12GB + 256GB: 6999 yuan (approx $974 or ₹84,045)
- 12GB + 512GB: 7999 yuan (approx $1,114 or ₹96,055)
- 16GB + 512GB: 8499 yuan (approx $1,184 or ₹1,02,060)
- 16GB + 1TB: 9499 yuan (approx $1,324 or ₹1,14,070)
Pre-orders are live in China, with open sales starting July 2.
Early buyers can grab offers like screen protection for 299 yuan ($42), damage protection for 799 yuan ($111), extended warranty for 399 yuan ($56), up to 1800 yuan ($250) in trade-in benefits, and a welcome bundle worth 5000 yuan (approx $695).
FAQs
Q1. What are the display and design highlights of the Vivo X Fold 5?
Answer. The X Fold 5 features an 8.03-inch 2K+ LTPO AMOLED inner display and a 6.53-inch FHD+ outer screen, both with up to 4500 nits brightness and adaptive 1–120Hz refresh rate. It weighs just 217g and folds down to 9.2mm, making it the world’s lightest large foldable.
Q2. What powers the Vivo X Fold 5 and how is its battery performance?
Answer. It runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage. The phone packs a 6,000mAh Blue Ocean battery with 80W wired, 40W wireless, and reverse wireless charging, and operates in extreme cold down to -30°C.
Q3. What are the camera and durability features of the X Fold 5?
Answer. It includes a triple 50MP ZEISS camera setup with 3x optical zoom, 100x digital zoom, and dual 20MP front cameras. It’s also the first foldable with IPX8, IPX9, and IPX9+ ratings, offering resistance to high-pressure water and extreme temperatures.