Can Vivo’s X Fold 5 deliver top performance at a premium price?

Vivo X Fold 5 launches in Pakistan at PKR 569,999, offering a sleek design, a big battery, and strong cameras. But can it outperform Samsung Galaxy Fold and Honor Magic V5 rivals?

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Launch & Availability in Pakistan

• The Vivo X Fold 5 officially launched on 14 July 2025 and is available in Pakistan, alongside other Asian markets like India, Thailand, Malaysia, and more.
• Price in Pakistan starts at approximately PKR 569,999 for the 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage variant.

Specifications Overview

• Displays:
  • Main (unfolded): 8.03″ LTPO AMOLED, 2200 × 2480px, 120 Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision.
  • Cover (folded): 6.53″ LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz.
• Processor & Memory:
  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm), 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM, 512 GB UFS 4.1 storage.
• Battery & Charging:
  • 6,000 mAh silicon-carbon battery, 80 W wired, 40 W wireless charging.
• Cameras:
  • Triple 50 MP rear (wide + ultrawide + telephoto with OIS) and a 20 MP front camera.
• Durability & Extras:
  • Sleek design at 217 g / 4.3 mm (unfolded), IP58/IP59 dust & water resistance, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, stereo audio, and more.
• Software:
  • Runs Android 15 with Funtouch OS; Android 16 expected later; 4 years of OS updates and 5 years of security updates.

Reactions & Reviews

Expert Review Highlights:

Android Central hails the X Fold 5 as arguably “one of the best foldables you can buy in 2025”, especially lauding its ultra-thin, lightweight design, class-leading battery life, excellent cameras, and ingress protection—all while undercutting Samsung’s Fold offerings.

Community Feedback (Reddit):

“Vivo X Fold 5 feels more like a design upgrade than a real innovation… still suffers from bulkiness and mediocre software optimization. Battery life… average… the camera doesn’t stand out in its price segment.”

“The Vivo X Fold 5 looks amazing especially for the price… Vivo did an excellent job in giving the consumers the best bang for the buck.”

Pros vs. Cons

Pros

• Remarkable design: Among the thinnest and lightest foldables (~217g, 4.3 mm) (Android Central).
• Excellent battery: 6,000 mAh lasts well even under heavy usage.
• Strong camera performance: Three excellent 50 MP sensors with Zeiss tuning.
• IP58/IP59 rating: Unique durability—folding underwater is possible.
• Competitive pricing: More affordable than Samsung’s Fold 7 in markets including Pakistan.
• Good feature set: Bright 120 Hz displays, fast charging, Wi-Fi 7, stereo audio, ample storage.

Cons

• Lagging hardware: Uses last year’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 instead of the newer Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Elite.
• Software update delay: Ships with Android 15; Android 16 arrives later.
• Fewer OS updates compared to competitors.
• Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, not under-display.
• Mixed user impressions: Some feedback cites software optimization and weight concerns despite design efforts.

Final Thoughts

For tech enthusiasts in Pakistan looking for a premium foldable without the Galaxy Fold price, the Vivo X Fold 5 delivers a compelling package: sleek craftsmanship, big battery, flagship-grade cameras, and water resistance—all while staying relatively affordable.

If you value design, battery, and camera quality, this is a foldable worth considering. However, if latest-gen processing, out-of-the-box software updates, or software polish top your list, you might want to weigh the trade-offs.

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Comparison: Vivo X Fold 5 vs. Honor Magic V5 vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 (and Z Fold 7 preview)

Summary

• Honor Magic V5 emerges as the thinnest and lightest choice, featuring a top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite and blazing-bright AMOLED displays—offered at a significantly lower price than Samsung.
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 blends the mature Samsung foldable ecosystem with S Pen support and reliable software, though at a higher cost and with modest battery specs.
• Vivo X Fold 5 stakes its position with long battery life, IP water/dust resistance, strong camera package, and a balance of price and features.
• Samsung’s upcoming Z Fold 7 sets a new benchmark in slimness, specs, and design—but at a lofty global price, with delayed availability in Pakistan.