Vivo·Flagship · Released Jun 2020

X50

Ultra-slim gimbal-camera phone at just 7.49 mm.

78/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$480
Color · Frost Blue
Display
6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 90Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 730G
RAM
8 GB
Storage
128/256 GB
Battery
4200 mAh, 33W
Main camera
48 MP gimbal + 13 MP portrait + 8 MP periscope + 8 MP UW
Weight
170 g
Quick answer

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.

AI Snapshot

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.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display84
Camera80
Performance72
Battery78
Build84
  • First gimbal-stabilised main camera
  • Ultra-slim 7.49 mm / 170 g + periscope
  • Quad cam with 5x reach

Full specifications

Type
AMOLED, 90Hz
Size
6.56 inches
Resolution
1080 x 2376 px
Fingerprint
Under-display
Main
48 MP Sony IMX598 gimbal stabilisation, f/1.6
Portrait
13 MP 2x
Periscope
8 MP 5x
Ultrawide
8 MP
Selfie
32 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v8
Δ class avg -82.1%
This
290,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the X50 compares

X50iPhone 13 miniV30
SpecEagle score787878
ChipsetSnapdragon 730GApple A15 BionicSD 7 Gen 3
Display6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 90Hz5.4" OLED 60 Hz6.78" AMOLED 120 Hz
Main camera48 MP gimbal + 13 MP portrait + 8 MP periscope + 8 MP UW12 MP · f/1.650 MP · f/1.88
Battery4200 mAh, 33W2,406 mAh5,000 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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