Vivo·Flagship · Released Sep 2021

X70

Zeiss gimbal-camera flagship with Dimensity 1200.

82/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$600
Color · Cosmic Black
Display
6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz
Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 1200
RAM
8/12 GB
Storage
128/256 GB
Battery
4400 mAh, 44W
Main camera
40 MP gimbal + 12 MP 2x portrait + 12 MP UW, Zeiss
Weight
184 g
Quick answer

The Vivo X70 is a flagship Vivo smartphone released Sep 2021, with a launch price of $600. It pairs the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 with a 6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz display, a 40 MP gimbal + 12 MP 2x portrait + 12 MP UW, Zeiss main camera and a 4400 mAh, 44W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 82/100 — Zeiss gimbal mid-flagship. Standout strengths: gimbal stabilisation + zeiss t* optics and amoled 120hz + slim 184 g body. Main trade-off: dimensity 1200 over snapdragon flagship.

AI Snapshot

Zeiss gimbal mid-flagship.

Vivo X70 brought the gimbal-stabilised main camera and Zeiss T* coating to a slimmer, more affordable X-line body. The Dimensity 1200 kept costs down while the camera system stayed genuinely flagship-class.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display86
Camera84
Performance82
Battery78
Build82
  • Gimbal stabilisation + Zeiss T* optics
  • AMOLED 120Hz + slim 184 g body
  • IMX766V main sensor

Full specifications

Type
AMOLED, 120Hz
Size
6.56 inches
Resolution
1080 x 2376 px
Fingerprint
Under-display
Main
40 MP Sony IMX766V gimbal, f/1.75, OIS
Portrait
12 MP 2x
Ultrawide
12 MP, 120 deg
Selfie
32 MP
Branding
Zeiss optics + T* coating

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v8
Δ class avg -56.8%
This
700,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the X70 compares

X70iPhone 15 PlusX90
SpecEagle score828282
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 1200Apple A16 BionicDimensity 9200
Display6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz6.7" OLED 60 Hz6.78" AMOLED 120 Hz
Main camera40 MP gimbal + 12 MP 2x portrait + 12 MP UW, Zeiss48 MP · f/1.650 MP · f/1.75
Battery4400 mAh, 44W4,383 mAh4,810 mAh
Launch price$600$899€899

Frequently asked questions

When was the X70 released?

The X70 was released in Sep 2021.

How much does the X70 cost?

The X70 launched at $600 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the X70 screen size and type?

The X70 has a 6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz display.

What chipset does the X70 use?

The X70 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the X70 have?

The X70 ships with 8/12 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the X70 battery capacity?

The X70 has a 4400 mAh, 44W battery.

What is the X70 main camera?

The X70 has a 40 MP gimbal + 12 MP 2x portrait + 12 MP UW, Zeiss main camera.

Does the X70 have 5G?

The X70 supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).

How much does the X70 weigh?

The X70 weighs 184 g.

What colours does the X70 come in?

The X70 is available in 2 colours: Cosmic Black, Aurora Dawn.

Is the X70 worth buying?

Vivo X70 brought the gimbal-stabilised main camera and Zeiss T* coating to a slimmer, more affordable X-line body. The Dimensity 1200 kept costs down while the camera system stayed genuinely flagship-class. SpecEagle gives the X70 an editorial score of 82/100.

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