Vivo is taking its premium foldable smartphone global, with the X Fold3 Pro making its international debut in India and Indonesia. This marks a significant milestone as Vivo's first foldable to launch outside of China, potentially shaking up the global foldable market.
Cutting-Edge Specs in a Sleek Package
The X Fold3 Pro impresses with its hardware:
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor
- 8.03 120Hz LTPO OLED main display (2480x2200)
- 6.53 120Hz AMOLED cover display (2748x1172)
- Both screens feature 4,500 nits peak brightness
- Triple rear camera system:
- 50MP main (f/1.68, OIS)
- 64MP 3x telephoto
- 50MP ultrawide (119° FoV)
- Dual 32MP selfie cameras
- 5,700 mAh battery
- 100W wired / 50W wireless charging
- IPX8 water resistance
Premium Design and Durability
Vivo has put significant effort into the X Fold3 Pro's design:
- Weighs 236g, measures 11.2mm when folded (5.2mm unfolded)
- Armor Back cover made of ultra-thin glass fiber and military-grade UPE fiber
- Carbon Fiber Ultra-Durable Hinge (rated for 500,000 folds)
- Nearly gapless fold
Availability and Pricing
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India:
- Price: ₹159,999 (~$1,915)
- Single configuration: 16GB RAM / 512GB storage
- Color: Celestial Black
- Available through Vivo's website, Flipkart, and retail partners
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Indonesia:
- Price: IDR 26,999,000 (~$1,655)
- 16GB RAM / 512GB storage
- Colors: Eclipse Black and Solar White
- Available through Vivo's website
The Verdict
The Vivo X Fold3 Pro enters the global market as a strong competitor to established foldables like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series. With its impressive specs, durable design, and competitive pricing (especially in Indonesia), it has the potential to make waves in the premium smartphone segment.
However, the limited availability and high price point in India may pose challenges for widespread adoption. It remains to be seen how Vivo's after-sales support and software optimization for the foldable form factor will measure up in these new markets.
As Vivo's first step into the international foldable arena, the X Fold3 Pro is certainly one to watch. Its success could pave the way for more diverse options in the growing foldable smartphone market.
