March 25, 2025 | Tech News: Vivo is gearing up to launch its next-generation foldable smartphone, the Vivo X Fold 4, later this year. Building on the momentum of the Vivo X Fold 3, the upcoming foldable is expected to bring a host of hardware upgrades, while adopting a pricing strategy aimed at making foldables more accessible. Although the official launch date is yet to be confirmed, fresh leaks have given us a detailed look at what to expect.
Vivo X Fold 4: Expected Launch Timeline
According to industry tipsters, including Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the Vivo X Fold 4 could launch in Q3 2025, with China likely to be the first market to receive the device. Vivo is reportedly focusing on offering premium specs while keeping the price competitive, especially in the growing mid-range foldable segment.
Vivo X Fold 4: Key Specifications (Leaked)
1. Performance & Chipset:
The foldable is tipped to be powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, offering a significant performance boost over its predecessor. It will feature a high-efficiency architecture with Cortex X4, A720, and A520 cores, paired with the powerful Adreno 750 GPU, making it ideal for multitasking and gaming on a foldable form factor.
2. Design & Display:
Vivo is expected to improve upon the sleek and lightweight design of the X Fold 3. The X Fold 4 is said to be thinner and lighter, without compromising on battery life. It will reportedly house a large 6,000mAh battery, which is impressive for a foldable device and ensures extended screen-on time.
3. Camera Setup:
Photography continues to be a strong focus, with the device rumored to feature a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, offering high-quality zoom capabilities. Other camera sensors are yet to be confirmed, but we can expect enhancements in computational photography and AI optimization.
4. Durability & Additional Features:
IPX8 water resistance rating for better durability
Wireless charging support
Side-mounted fingerprint scanner, carried forward from the previous model
Vivo X Fold 4 Pricing (Expected)
Leaks suggest that Vivo is looking to tap into the more affordable segment of the foldable market, with the Vivo X Fold 4 expected to be priced between RMB 6,999 to RMB 8,999, which roughly translates to ₹82,800 to ₹1,06,500 in India. This pricing strategy could make it a compelling alternative to other premium foldables like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and OnePlus Open 2.
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