X50
Ultra-slim gimbal-camera phone at just 7.49 mm.
The Vivo X50 is a flagship Vivo smartphone released Jun 2020, with a launch price of $480. It pairs the Snapdragon 730G with a 6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 90Hz display, a 48 MP gimbal + 13 MP portrait + 8 MP periscope + 8 MP UW main camera and a 4200 mAh, 33W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 78/100 — The first gimbal phone. Standout strengths: first gimbal-stabilised main camera and ultra-slim 7.49 mm / 170 g + periscope. Main trade-off: snapdragon 730g mid-tier.
The first gimbal phone.
Vivo X50 debuted the gimbal-stabilised main camera — a physically pivoting sensor far steadier than OIS — in one of the slimmest bodies of 2020. The gimbal became the X-line's signature, and it all started here.
Read the full review- First gimbal-stabilised main camera
- Ultra-slim 7.49 mm / 170 g + periscope
- Quad cam with 5x reach
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the X50 compares
| X50 | iPhone 13 mini | V30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 78 | 78 | 78 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 730G | Apple A15 Bionic | SD 7 Gen 3 |
| Display | 6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 90Hz | 5.4" OLED 60 Hz | 6.78" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 48 MP gimbal + 13 MP portrait + 8 MP periscope + 8 MP UW | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 50 MP · f/1.88 |
| Battery | 4200 mAh, 33W | 2,406 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $480 | $699 | $449 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the X50 released?
The X50 was released in Jun 2020.
How much does the X50 cost?
The X50 launched at $480 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the X50 screen size and type?
The X50 has a 6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 90Hz display.
What chipset does the X50 use?
The X50 is powered by the Snapdragon 730G chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the X50 have?
The X50 ships with 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the X50 battery capacity?
The X50 has a 4200 mAh, 33W battery.
What is the X50 main camera?
The X50 has a 48 MP gimbal + 13 MP portrait + 8 MP periscope + 8 MP UW main camera.
Does the X50 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the X50 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 8 MP 5x.
Does the X50 have 5G?
The X50 supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).
How much does the X50 weigh?
The X50 weighs 170 g.
What colours does the X50 come in?
The X50 is available in 3 colours: Frost Blue, Glaze Black, Liquid Oxygen.
Is the X50 worth buying?
Vivo X50 debuted the gimbal-stabilised main camera — a physically pivoting sensor far steadier than OIS — in one of the slimmest bodies of 2020. The gimbal became the X-line's signature, and it all started here. SpecEagle gives the X50 an editorial score of 78/100.
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