If you thought your current foldable phone was thin and light enough, get ready to be shocked: the Vivo X Fold5 is coming as an anatomical challenge for your pocket. The device, which Vivo will officially unveil in China on June 25, 2025, boasts a wealth of technical goodies – promising a lighter design than any book-like foldable ever, the largest battery in its class, and a level of durability that even an underwater robot would envy.
Vivo The new candidate for the gold medal in “foldable” gymnastics weighs only around 209g – that’s less than your average pack of picnic plates and even lighter than many non-foldable phones. When unfolded, it measures just 4.3mm (and Yes, your wallet will be bursting with gratitude), but when folded, it barely 9.3mmIf you're one of those who thought a foldable phone would always look like a brick, the Vivo X Fold5 will give you a good dose of humor - and a light feeling in your pocket.
Technical specifications: Vivo X Fold5
- Outcome: Vivo has confirmed that the X Fold5 will be launched in China June 25, 2025, and a July debut is expected to follow abroad (e.g. in India).
- Price: According to unofficial information, the price will be lower than its predecessor (X Fold3 Pro cost ¥9,999 or ~1,390 $) – it is expected to be around ¥8,999 (around 1,250 $), similar to the competing Oppo Find N5.
- Display: 8.03-inch internal foldable AMOLED with 2K+ resolution and 120 Hz and 6.53-inch external LTPO AMOLED (FHD+, 120 Hz). Both displays are said to achieve exceptional brightness 4500 thread for superior readability in sunlight.
- Processor and performance: It drives him Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (Qualcomm's top-of-the-line chip from last year), combined with up to 12-16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. Despite using "only" the latest generation of the chip, the device is said to still offer top-notch performance, while Vivo is keeping costs down (Source: IndiaToday).
- Camera: Triple system with 3× 50 MP rear cameras (main with optical stabilization, ultra-wide and periscope telephoto lens with 3× optical zoom) in collaboration with Zeiss. Selfies will be taken care of by two 32MP cameras – one on the exterior and one on the interior screen.
- Battery and charging: Battery capacity 6000 mAh is the largest in the world of foldable phones to date. Supports 90W fast charging via cable and 30W wireless charging, which is far superior to, for example, Samsung's Fold models (which have ~25 W charging and smaller batteries).
- Dimensions and weight: The X Fold5 will be in Only ~4.3 mm thick when opened, folded around 9.3mm, which makes it one of the thinnest foldable devices. The weight is said to be approximately 209g, which is significantly less than the 219g of the X Fold3 and even less than some classic phones.
- Resistance and course: The device boasts improved folding mechanism and protection standards IP5X/IPX9This means dust resistance and water resistance, with Vivo claiming that the X Fold5 can withstand up to 1000 folds underwater (1 m depth) without failure – an achievement that surpasses even Samsung's Fold models.
A battery that doesn't give up as quickly as you at a party
When you remember the time when foldable phones had to tremble over every percentage of charge, it will 6000 mAh X Fold5 battery like a sip of ice water in the Sahara. Support for 90W fast wired and 30 W Wireless charging means you'll get your phone from 0 to 100 % faster than you can find your lost keys. Expected battery life? Enough to forget about the charger and focus on browsing, gaming, or watching a drama series.
Screens, light and color ecstasy
Internal 8.03″ 2K+ AMOLED with 120 Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 4500 thread surpasses many sunsets, and outside it will enchant you 6.53″ LTPO AMOLED with adaptive refresh. When reading messages in a shopping mall under glass roofs, you will no longer complain about glare - eye-friendly dimming and TÜV Rheinland 3.0 certification will ensure that you look rested even after an hour of browsing.
Triple photo spectacle with the Zeiss seal
If you thought 50MP was all there was to it, Vivo has added a periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and an ultra-wide-angle sensor for macro details. The main Sony IMX921 sensor with optical stabilization will take photos that will make you say, “Oh, that bokeh is almost cinematic.” On the front, you’ll be greeted by two 32MP cameras – internal and external – for selfies that you would be happy to post on Instagram at any time.
Unconvincing resilience and a foldable championship course
Forget about the fear of fine sand or sudden splashes of coffee. X Fold5 is certified IP5X/IPX9+, meaning it survives dust ingress and pressurized water jets—it's even said to withstand being folded underwater a thousand times without dramatic breakage. The new "three-proof" hinge promises to withstand more years of opening and closing than you'd be willing to spend on a gym workout.
Main competitors – who will step down?
On one side stand Samsung Galaxy With Fold series (with their loyalty to the ecosystem and optimized software), and on the other, the upcoming Honor Magic V5 and Oppo Find N5 with its ultra-thin challenges. Everyone has come to the battle for grams and millimeters, but Vivo impresses with the X Fold5 this time with the largest battery, the highest brightness and the highest resistance. Anyone who loves records will have their heart broken by 209 g of pure folding magic.
Conclusion: Vivo X Fold5
The Vivo X Fold5 is not just “another foldable phone” – it’s a bold throwdown against the competition, playing the card of lightness, durability and uncompromising autonomy. If you’re a fan of the latest tech toys and want to show off a phone that’s more waterproof than you were after an April storm, get ready: your wish list will take on a new top spot at the end of June.
