Vivo to Expand ‘V’ Series With a Premium Mid-Range Smartphone
New Delhi, February 3, 2025 – Vivo, the Chinese smartphone giant, is gearing up to launch its latest smartphone, the Vivo V50, in India. The company has already confirmed the arrival of the V50 series, but an exact launch date had not been officially disclosed—until now.
A recently released teaser poster from Vivo on February 1, 2025, hinted that the launch is 17 days away, leading to strong speculation that the Vivo V50 will be unveiled on February 18, 2025.
Vivo V50: A Rebranded Vivo S20 for India?
The Vivo V50 is rumored to be a rebranded or slightly modified version of the Vivo S20, which was launched in China in late 2024. If the specifications remain similar, the Vivo V50 is expected to feature:
- 6.67-inch AMOLED micro-quad curved display
- 1.5K resolution with 120Hz refresh rate
- Android 15-based Funtouch OS 15
A major highlight of the Vivo V50 will be its ZEISS-tuned camera system, which is typically reserved for Vivo’s premium X-series smartphones. This collaboration suggests that Vivo is bringing flagship-grade camera features to its mid-range lineup.
Vivo V50 Expected Specifications
According to media reports, the Vivo V50 is expected to pack powerful hardware and flagship-grade features:
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC
- RAM: Up to 12GB LPDDR5
- Storage: Up to 256GB UFS 2.2
- Battery: 6000mAh with 80W fast charging
- Front Camera: 50MP sensor with auto-focus
- Display: AMOLED micro-quad curved panel
- Fingerprint Sensor: In-screen optical scanner
- Durability: IP68 and IP69 water & dust resistance
Vivo V50: Price and Market Positioning
The Vivo V50 is expected to launch in India at an entry price of ₹37,999 for the base variant. With its premium design, high-end camera system, and powerful battery, the device aims to compete with flagship killers in the ₹35,000–₹40,000 price segment.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
