Vivo X Fold 5 Review
📦 Unboxing & First Look
The Vivo X Fold 5 arrives in a sleek black box labeled “X Fold 5.” Inside, you’ll find the foldable phone, a hard protective case designed specifically for foldables, a SIM ejector tool, a 90 W USB‑A to USB‑C fast charging cable, documentation, and a Vivo X‑Care service card offering priority support. The presentation is minimalist yet premium, matching the phone’s high-end appeal.
🤝 In‑Hand Feel & Design
Unfolded, the phone feels razor-thin—about 4.3 mm—and only slightly thicker when closed at approximately 9.1 mm. Weighing around 223 g, it remains surprisingly light for a foldable. The glass‑metal sandwich design and titanium‑grey finish look refined and sturdy. The grip is comfortable, and the included case adds protection without compromising that elegance. Vivo clearly focused on crafting a stylish and portable foldable.
💧 Durability & Protection
The X Fold 5 incorporates Armor Glass 2.0 on the front, fiber-reinforced back cover, and metal frame. Drop tests from around 3.5 ft show the device remains intact, thanks to the tough display covering. Vivo claims the hinge is tested for up to 600,000 folds, which should last several years with typical use. The phone carries IP58/59 rating, providing solid dust and water resistance—stronger than many competing foldables.
🔗 Ports & Controls
The bottom features a speaker grill, microphone, and USB‑C port that blends closely with the frame. The right edge houses the power button doubling as a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, along with volume controls. On the top, another microphone and speaker support stereo sound. The phone folds one-handed, and the hinge produces a satisfying click—efficient and well-engineered.
📺 Display Experience
The cover display spans 6.53″ with a smooth LTPO panel refreshable up to 120 Hz. The large inner screen measures 8.03″ and supports dynamic refresh from 1 Hz to 120 Hz. Both offer HDR10+ and DB Vision support, delivering true-to-life visuals with remarkable clarity. Peak brightness reaches 4500 nits, making it highly usable even outdoors. Slim and uniform bezels enhance immersion, positioning both displays among the best available in foldables.
⚙️ Performance & Multitasking
Powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor with 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512 GB UFS 4.1 storage, the Vivo X Fold 5 delivers top-tier performance. AnTuTu scores exceed 2.1 million, and even with high-resolution gaming on the large display, performance remains rock solid. The device stays cool under load, thanks to a vapor cooling chamber. Multitasking on the foldable works beautifully—with the OriginOS version’s Workbench feature, you can open up to five apps side-by-side. This isn’t just productivity—it’s a tablet-like experience in your pocket.
🔋 Battery & Charging
Featuring a generous 6000 mAh battery, the X Fold 5 offers an impressive screen-on-time—typically 7 to 8 hours with moderate usage, and possibly up to 9 hours. It supports 80 W wired charging, 40 W wireless, and 5 W reverse wireless charging. That means even without a plug, you can share power with earbuds or a smartwatch. In a foldable, this battery performance is exceptional.
🎥 Camera System – Unmatched in Foldables
The triple camera array is the highlight of the X Fold 5: a 50 MP primary sensor, 50 MP ultra-wide, and a 50 MP 3× telephoto lens. Both the cover and inner displays host 20 MP selfie cameras. Photo quality is outstanding—dynamic range excels, color accuracy rivals iPhone, and subjects stand out crisply even in portrait mode. Low-light performance is also impressive, and the AI photo features—like adaptive “Aura Light,” season-based settings, Magic Move, ai Eraser, Reflection Removal, Mirror Selfie, and Expansion Mode—bring editing flexibility directly on-device. Video recording supports 4K at 60 fps, including from the telephoto lens. Additionally, features like Stage Portrait mode and up to 100× hybrid zoom (with AI enhancement beyond 20×) amplify creative potential. As foldable cameras go, this is unmatched.
🔊 Audio & Haptics
Stereo speakers from both halves deliver loud, balanced sound. Haptic feedback is snappy and precise—rare for smaller devices. Combined with the immersive foldable screens, the multimedia experience on the X Fold 5 is excellent.
🔑 Software & Updates
The phone runs OriginOS (international) or FunTouch OS (domestic India), both based on Android 13, with smooth, intuitive UI. iOS-style connectivity to Apple Watch is available via OriginOS. Vivo promises four years of major Android updates and five years of security patches. AI enhancements like Smart Caller, Meeting Assistant, and a customizable shortcut button (replacing the erstwhile Alert Slider) further elevate software value.
📡 Connectivity Features
The X Fold 5 supports 19 global 5G bands and eSIM + physical SIM via a long tray design for slimness. It includes Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and dual-screen optimized antennas. Authentication options include side-mounted fingerprint sensor and face unlock. An IR blaster is also built into the camera module.
Final Verdict
Vivo X Fold 5 sets a new standard in foldable smartphones. It offers a compelling combination of durability, elegant design, powerful performance, stunning displays, top-tier cameras, and polished software. The large battery and rapid charging round out a well-rounded, future-proof package. If you’re considering a foldable, the Vivo X Fold 5 delivers flagship
-level experience across the board.
