Vivo has officially launched the highly anticipated V50 Elite Edition in India, positioning it as a performance-driven smartphone with impressive hardware and value-added features. With a powerful Snapdragon processor under the hood, a mammoth 6000mAh battery, and a bundled pair of wireless earbuds included in the box, Vivo is clearly targeting power users and multimedia enthusiasts in the mid-premium segment.
Performance and Hardware
At the heart of the V50 Elite Edition lies a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset—though Vivo has not specified the exact model, early benchmarks suggest it may be part of the Snapdragon 7-series, delivering a solid balance between performance and power efficiency. The device is expected to handle multitasking, gaming, and high-performance tasks with ease, making it suitable for users seeking reliability and speed.
Accompanying the chipset is up to 12GB of RAM with an additional 8GB of virtual memory expansion support, along with 256GB of onboard storage. Vivo has also included a dedicated cooling system designed to maintain performance during long usage sessions, such as gaming or video editing.
Battery and Charging
A major highlight of the V50 Elite Edition is its enormous 6000mAh battery—one of the largest capacities in its class. This ensures all-day usage even under heavy workloads, and with Vivo’s optimized software, users can expect up to two days of moderate use. Fast charging is present as well, with the device supporting 44W FlashCharge technology, which Vivo claims can charge the phone up to 50% in under 30 minutes.
Design and Display
The phone features a 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals and vibrant colors ideal for streaming and gaming. The panel also supports HDR10+ and boasts a peak brightness of 1300 nits, making it suitable for outdoor use.
Aesthetically, the V50 Elite Edition carries a slim profile with curved edges and a premium matte glass finish. It will be available in two color variants—Stellar Black and Aurora Blue.
Cameras and Software
On the imaging front, the V50 Elite sports a triple-camera setup with a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. The front-facing camera features a 32MP shooter housed in a punch-hole cutout. Camera features include AI scene recognition, night mode, dual-view video, and enhanced stabilization for video recording.
The device runs on Funtouch OS 14 based on Android 14, bringing a host of new customization options, enhanced privacy settings, and better resource management for smoother multitasking.
Bundled Wireless Earbuds
Vivo is sweetening the deal by including a pair of wireless earbuds in the box—a rarity in today’s smartphone market. The earbuds, though not top-tier flagship models, are expected to offer decent audio quality with low-latency mode and touch controls, making them ideal for calls, casual listening, and gaming.
Price and Availability
The Vivo V50 Elite Edition is priced at ₹29,999 for the base variant (8GB+256GB), with the 12GB+256GB version going for ₹32,999. It will be available starting May 20 via Vivo’s official website, Amazon India, Flipkart, and major offline retailers. Pre-orders begin today and will include additional offers such as cashback and no-cost EMI options.
With its combination of a long-lasting battery, premium design, solid performance, and the added value of wireless earbuds, the V50 Elite Edition is shaping up to be a competitive option in the under-₹35,000 segment. Whether it can stand out amid stiff competition from brands like Xiaomi, Samsung, and OnePlus remains to be seen, but Vivo has certainly put forth a compelling contender.