Anindita Nayak
Bhubaneswar, 18 June 2024
Vivo has launched its first foldable smartphone in India, the X Fold 3 Pro, following extensive market research and learning from competitors’ experiences. Positioned against Samsung’s Z Fold series and OnePlus’ foldable phones, Vivo emphasizes balanced weight, durability, camera quality, and a smoother fold crease as key features to distinguish its device in this competitive market.
Layout
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro impresses with its sleek, lightweight design and durable build. It features balanced weight distribution, a secure matte Black finish that resists fingerprints, and easily accessible buttons, including an alert slider. The device boasts a stylish circular camera module, a robust carbon fiber hinge for smooth folding up to 100 times daily over 12 years, and a hinge range of 60° to 120°. Protected by Armor glass, it offers IPX8 water resistance. A fast fingerprint scanner on the cover display ensures quick and secure access.
Screen
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro features a dual-screen setup with a 6.53-inch LTPO 8T AMOLED cover screen and an expansive 8.03-inch AMOLED main display. Both screens provide vibrant colors, sharp visuals, and support HDR10+ and Dolby Vision. It includes a seamless fingerprint scanner across both screens for convenience. Minimal creasing on the main display enhances immersion, while flexi mode and split-screen features optimize usability and screen space, facilitating efficient multitasking.
Processor
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro is equipped with a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage, ensuring flagship-level performance ideal for multitasking and app usage. The device may heat up during prolonged use, especially in hot climates across the country. Operating on Funtouch 14 based on Android 14, it includes removable pre-installed apps and integrates Gemini Pro for enhanced productivity features, requiring a Vivo login alongside Gmail. Vivo guarantees three software updates, which some may find limited for a high-end device.
Camera
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro boasts a top-tier camera system developed with ZEISS, featuring a 50MP main lens, 50MP ultrawide sensor, and 64MP telephoto camera with OIS. It excels in capturing vibrant, detailed images with natural tones and sharpness in daylight. The telephoto lens supports 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom for precise details and shading. Creative modes like Macro and Portrait enhance versatility, while ZEISS bokeh effects and Cinematic Portrait mode elevate night photography. Dual 32MP front cameras ensure consistent performance for selfies in diverse lighting conditions.
Battery
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro is equipped with a large 5,700mAh battery that extends multimedia usage with prolonged runtime, lasting through a typical day of tasks. It supports rapid 100W charging, reaching full capacity in approximately 50-55 minutes from zero, and offers the convenience of wireless charging.
Pronouncement
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro stands out in the foldable phone market with its balanced weight, impressive design, and exceptional camera capabilities. Its durable hinge minimizes screen creasing for enhanced immersion. The device delivers top-notch performance and vibrant camera results. Priced at Rs 1,59,999 in India, it offers a comprehensive foldable smartphone experience, competing closely with models like the OnePlus Open and Galaxy Z Fold5 if pricing adjustments were considered.
