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Vivo V50e 5G Long-term Review: A stylish phone for photography, but not for power users
The V50e is an attractive phone with capable cameras that could have used a bit more processing muscle read more Pros: Premium design, slim and lightweight Good build with IP69 ingress protection Sharp and vibrant AMOLED display Competent main camera and selfie camera Good battery backup, 90W fast charging Smooth UI, 3 years of OS and 4 years of security updates promised Cons: Should have used a more powerful processor and faster storage Very few changes from its predecessor Rating: 3.5/5 Price: Rs 28,999 to Rs 30,999 A budget of around Rs 30,000 in India lets smartphone makers either be a jack of all trades or a master of one. While ample storage, good display and battery backup is a given these days, the two key areas they need to choose between are cameras and processing power. While several manufacturers lean towards the latter in this budget, Vivo V series phones focus on the former. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Vivo V50e is the most affordable handset from their V50 series and yet promises to offer a lot of premiumness and competent photography performance. In doing so, what corners does it cut? Is it worth the asking price? How does it compare to the stiff competition in this segment? Let me tell you all of that and more. Vivo V50e 5G: Design (4/5) Though it continues with the design language of the V40 series, the V50e is one of the most elegant phones in this segment. The build quality and finish are pretty good, and the phone measures less than 7.5 mm in thickness. Despite the plastic back, it doesn't attract many fingerprints or smudge marks, especially the Pearl White variant we got for review. Despite the plastic back, it doesn't attract many fingerprints or smudge marks The curved display blends nicely into the frame and gives it a well-rounded look. The curved display blends nicely into the frame and gives it a well-rounded look There are no rough edges on the phone and it feels great in hand with a good weight distribution. The screen bezels are incredibly thin, which is great to see in midrange phones. The keyhole-shaped camera island looks good too. The phone weighs about 186 grams and sports an IP69 ingress protection rating, which not only protects it from rains but is good enough to do a bit of underwater photography in shallow waters without damaging the phone. The keyhole-shaped camera island at the back looks good The volume rocker as well as the power button are located along the right edge of the phone, and are easy to reach. The fingerprint scanner is placed too close to the bottom edge and is a bit of a stretch to reach; an inch higher on the screen would have been better. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The volume rocker as well as the power button are located along the right edge of the phone It is quite responsive though. The bottom edge has a SIM tray, a speaker and a USB-C charging port. A 3.5 mm headphone jack and a memory card slot are absent. The bottom edge has a SIM tray, a speaker and a USB-C charging port Vivo V50e 5G: Display (4/5) The display on the V50e is quite good. It has a 10-bit 6.77-inch AMOLED screen with a Full HD+ resolution of 2392 x 1080 pixels, 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ compliance and a peak brightness of 1800 nits. It may not be as bright as that on the Vivo V50 but is sufficiently bright even under bright sunlight. It has Diamond Shield Glass protection against scratches and I was quite pleased to see how narrow the bezels were, including the bottom one. The V50e is one of the most elegant phones in this segment The sharpness is excellent across the board and the colour reproduction is quite good in Standard mode. You have two more modes to try out - Professional and Bright, along with a handful of colour temperature adjustments. Bright mode seemed to provide the best results for me with lively and accurate colours and contrast. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Vivo V50e 5G: Hardware and performance (3/5) This is one area where Vivo could have certainly done better. The V50e is powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 7300 chip, the same one used in its predecessor, the Vivo V40e. Now, it is fine for a phone priced under 20K but not 30K. The competition is way ahead in this department. It is accompanied by 8 GB LPDDR4X RAM and one can choose between 128 GB or 256 GB UFS 2.2 storage. The competition now offers UFS 4.0 storage in this budget, including Vivo's sister brand, iQOO. The company could have opted for at least UFS 3.1 storage instead of the dated 2.2. Coming back to the SoC, the Dimensity 7300 performs perfectly fine in day to day tasks like using social media apps, photography, browsing, watching videos or switching between multiple apps. It can handle some casual gaming too but one cannot indulge in serious graphics intensive gaming on this phone. The phone largely runs cool with no heating issues. We ran a few popular benchmarks to gauge its processing potential. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In Geekbench 6, the V50e returned scores of 1033 and 2944 in single and multi-core tests, which puts it neck and neck with the 2-year old Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC. In PCMark Work 3.0 benchmark, it scored 10,511, which is a good thousand points lower than the Qualcomm chip. In the 3D Mark Wild Life benchmark, it managed a score of 3138 at 18.8 average fps which won't exactly set the gaming world on fire. But as I said before, this phone is meant to be more camera focused than for power users or gamers. Barring gaming, things are generally fine with little room for complaint. The speakers are loud enough with decent stereo separation. The call quality and reception were fine during testing on this 5G-ready phone. Wireless connectivity options include Bluetooth (version not specified) and dual-band WiFi. Wired data transfer is limited to USB 2.0 through the USB-C port. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Vivo V50e 5G: OS and User interface (3.5/5) The Vivo V50e 5G runs Android 15 with Funtouch OS 15 and May 2025 security update (at the time of testing). If you have used a Vivo or iQOO smartphone before, you would adjust to it straight away. The user interface is not too difficult to comprehend, even if you are switching from any non-Vivo Android phone. However, the phone does come with a handful of bloatware preloaded on the device, most of them being Vivo apps itself. Even worse, a majority of it cannot be uninstalled, barring Snapchat maybe. While most apps reside peacefully, a couple of them like the stock browser and Vivo's app store can be a tad irritating due to unnecessary notifications. It's best to stick to the Google Play store for apps (which is very much available on the phone) and one of the popular browsers like Chrome or Firefox to circumvent that to an extent. Now for some good news - Vivo has promised three major OS updates and four years of security updates for the V50e, keeping it updated and secure for a reasonably long time. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Vivo V50e 5G: Camera performance (3.5/5) Now let's talk about the supposed USP of this phone, its camera department. The Vivo V50e has two cameras at the back with a combination of a 50MP primary camera with PDAF and optical image stabilisation (OIS) and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, along with the Aura Light ring flash. The primary camera has a Sony IMX882 sensor which does most of the heavy lifting. It captures some very good shots in good lighting with a good amount of detail and dynamic range and only slightly boosted colours. The output is quite pleasant. It does a perfectly acceptable job in low light too, and there too it preserves a good amount of detail while keeping the noise in check. It has two cameras at the back along with the Aura Light ring flash Vivo has replaced the 50MP ultra-wide camera on the V50 with a meagre 8MP unit here with 116-degrees FOV. Needless to say, it is not in the same league but does a surprisingly good job for an 8MP camera in proper lighting with fairly accurate colours. The captured images have reasonable detail for use on social media, but avoid pixel peeping there. The dynamic range is comparable to the main camera. The low-light results are average at best though and it would be best to stick to the main camera when the light drops. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The biggest drawback of the ultra-wide camera is the lack of auto-focus, which deprives the camera department on the V50e of macro photography. However, as advertised, the portrait photography here is quite good, especially when clicking humans; you get a near perfect background and foreground separation. It doesn't work as well with plants and flowers though. There's also a Wedding Portrait Studio feature but I couldn't attend or gatecrash a wedding during the course of the review to test that feature. There is no telephoto camera on this phone, but you do get a 2X zoom toggle in the camera app. It is very much digital zoom but the captured images come out pretty well and make you believe otherwise. They aren't lossless but perfectly usable. The 50MP front camera is quite impressive and will please the selfie enthusiasts. While it doesn't have the broadest of FOV, it does have auto-focus which is certainly handy. The skin tones look natural (when not using filters) and selfies have ample detail. The main camera as well as the front camera can record videos in up to 4K resolution. Captured footage is decent at best. Vivo V50e 5G: Battery backup (4/5) The battery backup on this phone is pretty good. The V50e has a 5600 mAh battery that easily lasts for a day and a half of moderate use. The company bundles a 90W fast charger that can charge the phone fully in under an hour. During our tests, it took 57 minutes to go from 1 to 100% using the bundled charger, which may not be the fastest around but perfectly acceptable. The company bundles a 90W fast charger that can charge the phone fully in under an hour Vivo V50e 5G: Price, verdict and alternatives The Vivo V50e 5G is priced at Rs 28,999 for the 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage variant, and you can buy its 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage model for Rs 30,999. This is where Vivo could have done a little better by pricing it more aggressively, say around Rs 25,000. You will probably get it for that price in a couple of months in the festive sales. But at the moment, the competition around the 30K mark is at a different level. The Vivo V50e is not a bad phone at all and gets the basics right. It's just that the buyers now expect more than that in this segment. Lets spare a minute to look at what's available at this price point in India for a more objective evaluation. You get phones like the Poco F6 and iQOO Neo 10R with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip that are miles ahead of the Dimensity 7300 in the V50e. Then there's the Nord 4, again with a more powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC and comparable camera performance. All of them have faster UFS 4.0 storage or better and higher resolution displays too. Yes, this Vivo phone is more focused on photography than power, but then you also have phones like the Motorola Edge 60 Pro with a more rounded camera department with a telephoto camera as well as a better ultra-wide camera that offers macro mode. Thus the Vivo V50e is a tough sell at 30K, but around the 25K mark, it will get a lot more breathing space, and with its slim and attractive design, capable cameras and good battery backup, it certainly becomes a viable option in that budget.
The Hindu
15-05-2025
- The Hindu
Vivo launches V50 Elite Edition with Snapdragon processor, 6000 mAh battery and bundled earbuds in India
Vivo on Thursday (May 15, 2025) launched the V50 Elite Edition smartphone in India complimenting the already launched V50 and V50e. The Chinese smartphone maker has bundled it with a wireless earbuds Vivo TWS 3e in Dark Indigo colour. Vivo V50 Elite Edition has a 6.77 inch quad-curved AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and 4,500 nits of peak brightness. Vivo has loaded a 6,000 mAh battery in the V50 Elite Edition accompanied by a 90 W charger inside the box. It is IP68 and IP69 rated for dust and water protection. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) Vivo V50 Elite Edition runs on Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor in a single variant of 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage. It operates on Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15 out of the box. Vivo will provide 3 years of OS updates and 4 years of security support. Vivo V50 Elite Edition sports a 50 MP main camera along with a 50 MP ultrawide sensor. It has a 50 MP front camera for selfies. V50 Elite Edition has gen AI features like Circle to Search, AI Screen Translation and Live Call Translation, AI Transcript Assist, AI SuperLink and AI Eraser. Vivo TWS 3e comes with active noise cancellation (up to 30dB) and AI call noise reduction, with up to 42 hours of battery life (36 hours with ANC) and fast charging. It is IP54-rated water and dust resistance. Vivo V50 Elite Edition retails at ₹41,999 and is available across Amazon, Flipkart Vivo, and in retail stores across India starting today. It comes in Rose Red colour.
The Hindu
12-05-2025
- The Hindu
Vivo V50 Elite Edition announced for May 15 with ZEISS camera
Vivo on Monday (May 12, 2025) officially announced the launch of Vivo V50 Elite Edition smartphone in India. This new smartphone will add to the existing V50 series with phones like V50 and V50e. The Chinese smartphone maker did not launch the Pro variant in the series and thus fulfilling it with Elite Edition now. Like the other smartphone in the series, Vivo V50 Elite Edition will also get the ZEISS-branded camera system. It is expected to have a 50 MP main camera, supported by a 50 MP telephoto (likely). The selfie camera in the series has been a 50 MP shooter and expected to continue in V50 Elite. It is expected that Vivo might use a 6,000 mAh battery in the V50 Elite supported by a 90 W charger. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) Vivo V50 Elite Edition is expected to run on MediaTek Dimensity processor with up to 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage. A 6.78 inch AMOLED display is possible in V50 Elite Edition. Vivo will launch the V50 Elite Edition on May 15 in India. It is expected to arrive in 40k price bracket.
Mint
12-05-2025
- Mint
Vivo V50 Elite Edition launch on May 15: Specs, price and all details
Vivo is launching another V series smartphone in India under the V50 name. Reportedly, the new smartphone will be known as Vivo V50 Elite, and it is confirmed to debut on May 15, 2025. This new Vivo V50 series model could come with a different design, but could retain similar features to the previously launched Vivo V50 model. The Vivo V50 Elite edition has just started to make a wave in the smartphone industry, due to the hidden mystery by the brand, and is creating curiosity among buyers about what Vivo has planned for a new V series model. Therefore, know how the Vivo V50 Elite edition could be different from the Vivo V50 and V50e in India. The Vivo V50 Elite Edition launch has just been confirmed for May 15 in India by an X post. Not much about the smartphone has been revealed, but it will likely come with a different design, giving a new look to the V series models. On the other hand, the Vivo V50 Elite Edition may share similar features to the Vivo V50 model. Therefore, we may see the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor, 6.77-inch curved display, a 6000mAh battery and more. Talking about the design, the Vivo V50 design was praised due to its sleek design and Starry Night sky rear panel with India's first 3D-Star Technology. Therefore, Vivo may bring something more innovative with design, considering it's an Elite Edition model. In terms of specifications, the Vivo V50 features a 6.77-inch FHD+ quad-curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 4500nits peak brightness. It comes with a dual camera setup with ZEISS integration that includes a 50MP main camera with OIS and a 50MP ultrawide camera. On the front, the smartphone includes a 50MP selfie camera. The smartphone is backed by a 6000mAh battery that comes with 90W fast charging support. The Vivo V50 was launched with a starting price of Rs.34,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant. Now, considering that the specs for the Vivo V50 Elite Edition may remain similar, the price may not be hiked significantly, but it can be slightly higher due to the name and the rumoured design changes.
Indian Express
03-05-2025
- Indian Express
vivo V50e review: A reliable mid-range smartphone
Vivo's V series of smartphones has always done a commendable job of delivering a superior camera experience to the masses, including the recently introduced vivo V50 (review), one of the most affordable phones with a Zeiss-tuned camera. Now, the company has introduced yet another camera-centric mid-range smartphone — the Vivo V50e, which looks exactly like the Vivo V50 minus the Zeiss branding and comes with a more affordable price tag. Positioned well under the Rs 30,000 price bracket, the Vivo V50e is an enticing product in itself. But how does it fare against the competition? Check out my comprehensive review of the Vivo V50e to find out. A phone with an identity The Vivo V50e looks a lot like the Vivo V50, which is a good thing. The phone has a distinctive look, featuring a circular camera island and a ring light, which initially reminded me of old-school smartphones with a rear-facing fingerprint sensor. In terms of build quality, it is slightly ahead of the competition and offers an IP68/69 water and dust resistance rating. The phone looks and feels very premium. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) The pearl white variant of the Vivo V50e, the variant I've been testing, looks class apart, and the matte finish ensures that the plastic back panel does not attract fingerprints. If you're someone prone to water-damaging your phone, the Vivo V50e might save you from expensive repairs. However, in case of water damage, the brand won't honour the standard warranty, meaning the repair will be out of pocket. The display is a treat to watch The Vivo V50e has one of the best screens on a phone priced under Rs 30,000. The 6.77-inch FHD+ OLED panel is bright, vivid, and fast, thanks to its 120Hz refresh rate. While the positioning of the fingerprint sensor could have been better, it's a common issue with most phones using optical in-display fingerprint sensors. The quad-curved panel on the Vivo V50e reminds me of my expensive OnePlus 13, which strikes a nice balance between curved and flat displays. However, it's quite difficult to find non-UV tempered glass for this phone. Delivers stunning visuals and is best suited for content consumption. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/ The Indian Express) Although the Vivo V50e isn't the best gaming phone in its class, it can handle casual titles, even games like PUBG at medium graphic settings, for a smooth experience. When it comes to content consumption, the screen shines. Watching HDR content on YouTube has been my favourite thing to do on the V50e. Acceptable pair of cameras I had high hopes for the Vivo V50e's photography capabilities, and the device did deliver, especially the 50MP primary camera. Even the samples from the low-resolution 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera were commendable. The phone takes a couple of seconds in post-processing, and the end results are just stunning. Under both good and low-light conditions, the V50e captures photos that are sharp, contrasty, and detailed. However, the final result may look quite different from what you see on the screen, but in a good way. Here are some camera samples straight from the Vivo V50e camera: vivo V50e camera sample. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) vivo V50e camera sample. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) vivo V50e camera sample. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) vivo V50e camera sample. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) vivo V50e camera sample. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) vivo V50e camera sample. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) vivo V50e camera sample. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) A good performer, but not the best The Vivo V50e is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chip, paired with 8GB RAM and 128/256GB of internal storage. It runs on the latest Android 15-based FunTouch OS 15 and delivers a stable user experience, including some AI features like an AI eraser. In day-to-day use, the V50e is more than capable of handling social media, video streaming, and light gaming. The phone feels fast and snappy. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) If you're already using a Vivo or iQOO smartphone, you'll feel right at home. However, if you're coming from a different brand, there might be a slight learning curve. Also, you'll need to remove quite a bit of pre-installed bloatware. For gamer-first users, though, it's better to opt for a phone with a more powerful chipset. More than all-day battery life The 5,600mAh battery powering the Vivo V50e can easily last more than a day for most users. Heavy users might need to recharge by the end of the day, but the 90W fast charging support ensures that isn't a problem. The charger is included in the box. The device can easily offer over six hours of screen-on time, and battery life is definitely one of the strongest suits of the Vivo V50e. Large battery and fast charging compliment each other. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) An interesting offering Most mid-range phones try to focus on one primary aspect and fail to deliver a holistic experience. The Vivo V50e, however, is a well-balanced smartphone that caters to a wide range of users, although it doesn't have any unique selling points. For anyone considering a new phone under Rs 30,000, the Vivo V50e is clearly a solid choice. That said, there are also strong alternatives like the OnePlus Nord 4 (review), iQOO Neo 10R (review), Poco X7 Pro, and the Nothing Phone 3a Pro (review), which shine in areas like performance and camera. vivo V50e review Pros Cons Nice, unique design Not the fastest for gaming Very water/dust resistant (IP68/69) OS takes getting used to, has bloatware Matte back resists fingerprints No single killer feature Great 120Hz OLED screen Hard to find screen protectors Good for watching videos Camera preview isn't always accurate Good main and wide cameras No Zeiss camera branding Takes good, detailed photos Warranty doesn't cover water damage Smooth for everyday use Lots of good alternatives exist Has helpful AI features Long battery life (& gt;1 day) Charges very quickly (90W) Charger included Good value, balanced phone
