Review of the vivo X Fold3 Pro The vivo X Fold3 Pro enters the foldable smartphone arena outside China, posing a challenge to devices like the Galaxy Z Fold6 with its standout features. Key highlights include a robust camera setup, featuring a high-resolution telephoto lens, autofocus-enabled ultrawide lens, and possibly the largest sensor on a foldable’s main camera. These specs place it ahead of competitors like the Z Fold6.
Display specifications are equally impressive, with a well-sized cover screen and a large foldable panel both supporting adaptive high refresh rates and Dolby Vision, promising excellent brightness levels.
Under the hood, the X Fold3 Pro boasts a top-tier Snapdragon processor and an industry-leading 5,700mAh battery capacity, surpassing other phone-to-tablet devices. Despite its power, it remains pocketable at just 236g, lighter than the Z Fold6.
Additional features include dual under-display fingerprint sensors, an IPX8 water resistance rating ensuring protection against water ingress, and even an IR emitter, enhancing its appeal further.
Dimensions & Weight:
- Body: 160.0 x 142.4 x 5.2 mm, 236g
- Hinge: Carbon fiber
- IP Rating: IPX8 (dust/water resistant up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Display:
- Main Display: 8.03″ Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
- Resolution: 2200 x 2480 pixels, 10.1:9 aspect ratio, 413ppi
- Peak Brightness: 4500 nits
- Cover Display: 6.53″ AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Armor Glass
- Resolution: 1172 x 2748 pixels, 21:9 aspect ratio
- Peak Brightness: 4500 nits
Processor:
- Chipset: Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
- CPU: Octa-core (1×3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3×3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
- GPU: Adreno 750
Memory:
- RAM and Storage Options:
- 256GB storage, 12GB RAM
- 512GB storage, 16GB RAM
- 1TB storage, 16GB RAM
- Storage Type: UFS 4.0
Operating System:
- OS/Software: Android 14, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China)
Cameras:
- Rear Cameras:
- Wide (main): 50 MP, f/1.7, 23mm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS
- Ultra wide angle: 50 MP, f/2.0, 119˚, PDAF
- Telephoto: 64 MP, f/2.6, 70mm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom (15cm – ∞)
- Front Camera:
- Wide (main): 32 MP, f/2.4
- Video Capture:
- Rear Camera: 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, Cinematic mode (4K)
- Front Camera: 1080p@30fps
Battery:
- Capacity: 5700mAh
- Charging Options:
- 100W wired charging, 100% in 31 minutes (advertised)
- 50W wireless charging
- Reverse wireless charging
Connectivity:
- 5G: Yes
- SIM: Dual SIM
- Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7
- Bluetooth: BT 5.4, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LHDC (market/region dependent)
- NFC: Yes
- Infrared Port: Yes
Miscellaneous:
- Biometrics: Under-display fingerprint reader (ultrasonic)
- Audio: Stereo speakers
The vivo X Fold3 Pro comes in a typical high-end box from vivo, characterized by its large, square-shaped design made of sturdy cardboard. While the contents may not be extravagant compared to older standards, they include all the essential items, which is more than what some other packages offer.
The package includes a 120W power adapter (although the phone supports only up to 100W) along with a corresponding USB cable. Additionally, there’s a snap-on back cover provided, offering protection without significantly increasing bulk or compromising the device’s aesthetic appeal.
