Over All Rating 4/5
Price Starts From ₹ 34,999/-
PROS 👍
- Quad-curved AMOLED screen for immersive visuals.
- Zeiss-powered with excellent low-light performance.
- 6,000mAh battery lasting up to two days.
- IP69 rating for water and dust resistance.
- 90W charging capability for quick recharges.
CONS 👎
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 feels lacking in 2025.
- Not exceptional for heavy gaming.
- Missing dedicated zoom option.
- Includes pre-installed apps that can't be removed.
- Ultra-wide lens lacks sharpness at the edges.
The Vivo V50 is the latest addition to Vivo’s popular V-series, a lineup that has consistently aimed to deliver stylish, camera-centric smartphones focusing on mid-range appeal. Launched recently, the V50 builds on the foundation laid by its predecessor, the Vivo V40, while introducing improvements. Priced at around ₹34,999 in India, it competes in a crowded segment with rivals like the OnePlus 13R and Motorola Edge 50 Pro. But does the Vivo V50 bring enough to the table to stand out? After spending some time with the device, here’s our in-depth review.
Detailed Review of Vivo V50
Design and Build
Vivo has a reputation for crafting visually appealing smartphones, and the V50 is no exception. It retains the sleek, premium aesthetic of the V-series while introducing small but impactful upgrades. The standout feature is its quad-curved AMOLED display, a shift from the dual-curved panels of previous models. This design choice not only enhances ergonomics by reducing accidental touches but also gives the phone a more premium, flagship-like feel. The 6.77-inch screen is framed by ultra-thin bezels, offering an immersive viewing experience that’s further improved by Vivo’s new Diamond Shield Glass, which promises 50% better drop resistance than its predecessor.
The back panel is where the V50 truly shines. Available in three stunning colour options – Starry Blue, Rose Red, and Titanium Grey. We received the Rose Red, which is inspired by Indian weddings. Despite packing a hefty 6,000mAh battery, the V50 remains impressively slim at 7.39 mm, making it one of the thinnest phones in its battery category.
Durability is another highlight. The V50 boasts IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. This means it can withstand high-pressure water jets and submersion, adding a layer of ruggedness to its sleek frame. The matte glass back feels premium and resists fingerprints, though I’d still recommend a case to protect that gorgeous design from accidental drops.
Performance
Under the hood, the Vivo V50 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, the same processor found in the V40 and V30. While this chip delivers reliable performance for everyday tasks like smooth scrolling, app switching, and casual gaming, it starts to feel a bit outdated in 2025, especially in a segment where competitors are pushing smartphones with newer silicon. Paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage (in the variant I tested), the V50 handles multitasking and moderate workloads with ease. However, the use of UFS 2.2 in some lower-tier variants is a letdown, as it results in slightly slower app loading times and file transfers compared to UFS 3.1.
Gaming performance is solid but not exceptional. Titles like BGMI and Call of Duty Mobile run smoothly at high settings, averaging around 59fps, while more demanding games like Genshin Impact manage a respectable 46fps on medium settings. Vivo’s advanced cooling system, vivo V50, keeps temperatures in check during extended sessions, though minor thermal throttling can occur under heavy load. Benchmark scores align with expectations, with 1,133 in single-core and 3,122 in multi-core Geekbench tests, placing it on par with peers like the Motorola Edge 50 Pro but behind powerhouses like the Poco X6 Neo.
Running on Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15, the software experience is smooth and feature-rich, with AI tools like AI Eraser 2.0 and Circle to Search adding practical value. However, the presence of pre-installed bloatware is a major annoyance, though most can be uninstalled. Vivo promises three years of OS updates and four years of security patches, which is decent but not class-leading.
Camera
The Vivo V50’s camera system is its crown jewel, continuing the V-series’ legacy of photography excellence with a Zeiss-powered setup. It features a 50MP main sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS), a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens with a 119-degree field of view, and a 50MP front camera for selfies. While the hardware remains unchanged from the V40, Zeiss’s refined image processing and new software features boost the experience.
In daylight, the primary camera captures vibrant, well-balanced shots with strong dynamic range and accurate colours, though it occasionally falls short on sharpness compared to rivals like the OnePlus 13R. Low-light performance is impressive, with night mode delivering clean, well-lit images with minimal noise. The ultra-wide lens performs adequately but struggles with finer details, especially at the edges. The lack of a dedicated telephoto lens is noticeable, though the main sensor’s in-sensor crop supports a lossless 2x zoom that works well for portraits.
Speaking of portraits, the V50 shines here, thanks to Zeiss Multifocal Portrait modes (23mm, 35mm, and 50mm) and seven distinct bokeh styles, including Cine-Flare and Sonnar. The India-exclusive Wedding Portrait Studio feature is a standout, optimizing shots for vibrant wedding scenes with natural-looking bokeh and excellent edge detection. Selfies are equally impressive, with the 50MP front camera delivering sharp, detailed images with accurate skin tones. Video recording tops out at 4K 30fps across all cameras, with decent stabilization, though ultra-stabilization is limited to 1080p.
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- Portrait
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- Lowlight
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- Selfie
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- Outdoor Shot
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- UltraWide
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Battery
Battery life is a major upgrade on the Vivo V50, with its 6,000mAh capacity outpacing most mid-rangers. In real-world use, it lasts a full day of heavy usage with gaming, streaming, and photography and can stretch to two days with moderate use. In our testing, it delivered around 11 hours of screen-on time, which is exceptional for its class. The 90W fast charging support is another plus, juicing the phone from 0 to 100% in about 50 minutes, depending on conditions.
We also conducted our 4K video test, and the results are impressive. With just 30 minutes of viewing a 4K video, the battery dropped by only 7%. This means you can watch an entire movie without needing to recharge.
Verdict
The Vivo V50 is an impressive evolution of the V40, boasting a stunning quad-curved display, durable build, and Zeiss-powered camera system, completed by a massive 6,000mAh battery. It is priced at Rs 34,999 and appeals to those who prioritize style and camera quality. While it may fall short for power users due to its dated Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and lack of a telephoto lens, it’s a strong choice for existing Vivo V-series users. Overall, the V50 stands out as a solid mid-range option in 2025.
Key Specification
| Display: | 6.77-inches AMOLED |
| Camera: | 50MP + 50MP |
| RAM: | 12GB |
| Processor: | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 |
| Battery: | 6000 mAh |
| OS: | Funtouch 15 (Android 15) |
