The vivo X Fold5 isn’t just another foldable but it’s a milestone. Billed as an ultra-light flagship foldable, the X Fold5 blends cutting-edge engineering, professional-grade photography, and AI-enhanced tools into a sleek and remarkably durable design. Whether you’re a business traveler, creative professional, or tech-savvy parent, this foldable is built to keep up with your fast-paced life. In this review we will look at the aspects from it’s strength, features, performance and some of the consideration for purchasing one.
Design & Durability: Light, Strong, and Premium
The X Fold5 redefines what a foldable should feel like. Weighing just 217g/226g (average) and measuring 4.3mm when unfolded, it’s among the slimmest and lightest in its class. The build includes aerospace-grade steel, a carbon fiber-embedded hinge, and 2nd-gen Armor Glass for enhanced drop and impact resistance.
More than just specs, the foldable’s form is also about feel: curved edges, a dual-layer coating for texture, and minimal bezels give it a modern, clean aesthetic. Available in two refined finishes: Titanium Gray and Feather White.
Near-Crease-Free Folding Experience
One of the standout features is vivo’s rotating-sliding kinematic hinge. Unlike traditional hinges that wear down or cause creases, this mechanism reduces screen pressure and flattens the display more effectively. vivo claims the X Fold5 can withstand 600,000 folds, offering peace of mind for daily use. In my personal experience, I not folding that much as the outer screen display is comfortable for my normal tasks, while when i am needed to unfold it, it does give a premium experience to it with a big screen that rivals any of the foldables in the market.
BlueVolt Battery System: Big Power in a Slim Body
Inside its ultra-slim chassis is the industry’s most power-dense foldable battery: a 6,000mAh equivalent BlueVolt battery. Thanks to 4th-gen silicon anode technology and a semi-solid electrolyte, the X Fold5 achieves best-in-class cold resistance (operational down to –20°C) and energy efficiency.
Charging is also future-ready:
- 80W wired FlashCharge
- 40W wireless FlashCharge
You’ll get over 25 hours of video playback, 80 hours of music, or 13 hours of video conferencing on a full charge.
ZEISS Imaging: Professional Photography in Your Pocket
In partnership with ZEISS, vivo equips the X Fold5 with a triple ZEISS 50MP camera system:
- Main Camera: 50MP Ultra-Sensing VCS (IMX921 sensor)
- Telephoto: 50MP Periscope-style ZEISS lens (IMX882, 3x optical zoom, 100x digital)
- Ultra-Wide: 50MP with 120° FOV
The camera system is packed with features:
- ZEISS Multifocal Portraits (23mm to 100mm)
- Stage Mode for school plays and events
- Classic Negative Film Style photography
- AI-enhanced tools like Magic Move, AI Retouching, and Reflection Erase
You can shoot, edit, and post professional-level photos and videos all from your foldable.
Displays: Dual ZEISS Master Color Panels
The 8.03” main display and 6.53” cover display both use LTPO 8T technology for adaptive refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz, ensuring fluid visuals without draining the battery. Both support:
- 4500 nits peak brightness
- ZEISS Master Color calibration
- TÜV Rheinland Eye Care 3.0 Certification
Whether you’re watching HDR video, editing documents, or just browsing in bright sunlight, the display is up to the task.
Performance: Built for Speed, Powered by AI
Under the hood, the X Fold5 runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. vivo’s Heterogeneous Computing 2.0 and Smart Charging Engine keep everything smooth and responsive, even under stress.
Benchmark performance is top-tier within the specifications and still be able to contend with most of the phones in the market today, and the cooling system (vapor chamber + graphite layers) ensures thermal efficiency for prolonged usage.
Security & Connectivity: Smart, Private, and Always On
The X Fold5 includes chip-level security certified with CC EAL5+ and Qualcomm’s SPU. It also features Smart Screen Sharing Protection to block sensitive popups during work presentations.
For connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 7 support
- Enhanced hinge antenna
- AI-powered network optimization
- Fast signal recovery in elevators and subways
Software & Multitasking: Real Utility on a Big Screen
The X Fold5 is not just powerful but it’s useful. Its productivity-focused features include:
- Origin Workbench: Display up to five apps simultaneously, each with real-time previews.
- Shortcut Button: Launch key functions with a physical press.
- vivo DocMaster: View and edit all major document types, including CAD and Xmind.
- Smart Call Assistant: Real-time call translation, AI summaries, and transcription.
- Snap Text & Screen Translation: Seamlessly extract and translate on-screen or camera-scanned content.
Plus, Google Gemini integration gives you AI-powered help across apps, screens, and prompts including Gemini Live, image generation and Circle to Search to quickly get what you needed.
Final Verdict: A Foldable for the Serious User
The vivo X Fold5 is not a gimmick but it’s a well-rounded, polished productivity machine. It combines a durable, elegant body with top-tier internals, thoughtful software, and a professional-grade camera system. Whether you’re drafting documents, attending video meetings, or capturing meaningful family moments, this device delivers.
Pros:
- Ultra-light, crease-minimized foldable design
- Outstanding battery life with advanced thermal and charging tech
- ZEISS-powered camera system with pro tools
- Top-end (but slightly dated) Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance
- AI-driven features built for real productivity
- Industry-leading durability and water/dust resistance (IPX8, IPX9, IP5X)
Cons:
- Premium price tag (expected for its class)
- Still a niche product for mainstream users
Bottom Line
For professionals, tech-forward entrepreneurs, and power users looking to invest in a foldable that does more than just fold, the vivo X Fold5 sets it’s benchmark within the foldable smartphone realm. It’s not just light and strong, it’s seriously smart and still be able to compete with the other foldable phones.
On the other hand, since the vivo X Fold5 entered the foldable scene, there could be no denying that more might come in the future as a choice of getting a foldable phone.