Looking for a camera-first phone that doesn’t crumble in rain or heat? The vivo V60 brings ZEISS telephoto, IP68/IP69 durability, and a 6500mAh battery to the mid-premium bracket in India. Prices start at ₹36,999 and sales began August 19. Below is everything that actually matters before you buy.
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What this phone is for
If you shoot a lot of portraits, want a real telephoto with OIS, and care about battery life and ingress protection, the V60 aims squarely at you. It isn’t a raw gaming monster; it’s a balanced daily driver that leans on imaging and endurance.
Price and variants (India)
- 8GB/128GB: ₹36,999
- 8GB/256GB: ₹38,999
- 12GB/256GB: ₹40,999
- 16GB/512GB: ₹45,999
First sale: August 19, 2025. Colors: Mist Gray, Moonlit Blue, Auspicious Gold.
vivo V60 starts at ₹36,999 for 8/128GB, ₹38,999 for 8/256GB, ₹40,999 for 12/256GB and ₹45,999 for 16/512GB. First sale in India began on August 19, 2025 via vivo.com, Flipkart, Amazon and partner stores.
Key specs at a glance
- Chipset: Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4nm)
- Display: 6.77″ AMOLED, 120Hz, up to 5000-nit local peak
- Rear cameras: 50MP IMX766 (OIS) + 50MP IMX882 periscope (OIS) + 8MP ultrawide
- Front: 50MP group selfie (92°)
- Battery/charging: 6500mAh, 90W, charger included
- Durability: IP68/IP69 + Diamond Shield Glass
- OS/Updates: Android 15, 4 OS + 6 years security promised.
Design and build
The frame feels tidy for a 6500mAh phone. The quad-curved front helps the big panel sit comfortably. You get IP68/IP69 and Diamond Shield Glass co-developed with SCHOTT, which vivo claims improves drop resistance vs the previous V-series. Thickness and weight vary slightly by color; Mist Gray is the lightest.
Display and audio
It’s a 6.77-inch AMOLED at 2392×1080 with 120Hz refresh. vivo quotes 5000-nit local peak for small HDR highlights and 1500-nit global in bright scenes. Dual stereo speakers round it out. We’ll log measured brightness and PWM behavior after testing; vivo doesn’t list PWM specifics.
The V60 uses a 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED panel with up to 5000-nit local peak brightness and 1500-nit max global brightness, suitable for harsh sunlight. HDR format isn’t explicitly named on the spec page; we’ll update after testing.
Performance and thermals
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 handles daily use fine and casual gaming comfortably. Storage is UFS 2.2 and RAM is LPDDR4X, which lags behind the fastest rivals on paper but should be acceptable for this tier. There’s a large VC cooling plate to sustain performance in long sessions.
Cameras
The draw is the 50MP IMX882 periscope with OIS for real reach plus the 50MP IMX766 main. vivo layers on ZEISS multifocal portraits (23/35/50/85/100 mm styles) and a one-tap 10× Telephoto Stage Portrait mode. 4K video is available on both front and rear cameras.
Yes. The main 50MP and the 50MP periscope telephoto both include OIS, and the phone supports 4K video recording on both front and rear cameras. ZEISS portrait modes and a Stage Portrait mode expand creative options.
Battery and charging
6500mAh with the BlueVolt system and 90W wired charging. The charger is in the box. We’ll post loop tests (YouTube, navigation, 5G social) after our run; vivo’s own figures suggest strong stamina.
With 6500mAh and 90W charging, the V60 is built for day-long use. vivo cites long video and navigation runtimes; we’ll add measured results from our standard battery loop soon. Charger is included in the retail box.
Software and updates
Ships with Android 15/Funtouch OS 15. vivo promises 4 years of OS updates and 6 years of security for the V60 in India—a first for V-series.
vivo commits to 4 Android OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates for the V60 in India, extending longevity beyond most mid-range phones.
Network and 5G bands (India)
- Dual-SIM: 5G+5G dual standby
- 5G bands: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78
- 4G: FDD B1/3/4/5/8/18/19/26/28/66; TDD B38/39/40/41/42
- Wi-Fi: 2.4/5GHz (standard not specified)
- Bluetooth: 5.4; NFC: yes; Location: GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC
- VoNR: may be available where operators have rolled it out; vivo’s support docs note VoNR availability is network-dependent.
Officially listed 5G bands include n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78 with dual-SIM 5G standby. VoNR support depends on your operator and region.
SAR values (India)
Head SAR: 0.988 W/kg; Body SAR: 0.925 W/kg (official).
Rivals and how they compare
- OnePlus 12R: faster Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 5500mAh, up to 100W region-dependent, weaker IP rating; strong performance play if you don’t need periscope zoom.
- Samsung Galaxy A55 5G: aluminum frame, IP67, 5000mAh/25W, long software support; camera consistency over raw speed.
- Google Pixel 8a: superb computational photography, 7-year updates, higher MRP; slower charging and smaller battery.
Should you buy it?
Buy the vivo V60 if you value a true telephoto with OIS, long battery, and best-in-class ingress protection at this price. Skip it if you want top-tier silicon and the quickest storage/RAM standards; the OnePlus 12R will feel snappier for heavy gaming.
Specification table (official)
| Category | vivo V60 (India) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4nm), octa-core |
| RAM/Storage | 8/128, 8/256, 12/256, 16/512; LPDDR4X + UFS 2.2 |
| Display | 6.77″ AMOLED, 2392×1080, 120Hz, up to 5000-nit local peak, 1500-nit max global |
| Rear cameras | 50MP IMX766 OIS (f/1.88) + 50MP IMX882 periscope OIS (f/2.65) + 8MP ultrawide (f/2.0) |
| Front camera | 50MP AF, 92° |
| Video | Up to 4K front/rear |
| Battery/Charging | 6500mAh, 90W; charger included |
| OS/Update policy | Android 15, Funtouch OS 15; 4 OS + 6 years security |
| Durability | IP68/IP69; Diamond Shield Glass |
| Connectivity | 5G+5G dual standby; Wi-Fi 2.4/5GHz; BT 5.4; NFC; IR blaster; USB 2.0 |
| Navigation | GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC |
| 5G bands | n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78 |
| Dimensions/Weight | Up to 16.353×7.696×0.775 cm; 192–201 g depending on color |
| SAR (India) | Head 0.988; Body 0.925 |
Comparison table
| Phone | Price band (street) | SoC | Battery/Charge | IP rating | Updates (claimed) | Notables |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vivo V60 | ₹36,999–₹45,999 | SD 7 Gen 4 | 6500mAh, 90W, charger in box | IP68/IP69 | 4 OS + 6 yrs sec | ZEISS periscope OIS |
| OnePlus 12R | ~₹35–43k | SD 8 Gen 2 | 5500mAh, up to 100W (region), charger included | IP64 (market-varying) | OxygenOS policy | Performance edge |
| Samsung Galaxy A55 | ~₹36–42k | Exynos 1480 | 5000mAh, 25W (no charger) | IP67 | Long A-series support | Polished software |
| Google Pixel 8a | ~₹38–53k | Tensor G3 | 4492–4404mAh, 18W (no charger) | IP67 | 7 years OS + security | Camera + AI suite |
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Real periscope telephoto with OIS in this segment
- Big 6500mAh battery + 90W and charger in box
- IP68/IP69 + reinforced glass
- 4 OS + 6 years security
Cons
- LPDDR4X + UFS 2.2, not class-leading for speed
- Wi-Fi standard not specified on the spec sheet
- Heavier than some rivals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of vivo V60 in India?
vivo V60 starts at ₹36,999 (8/128). Other variants cost ₹38,999 (8/256), ₹40,999 (12/256) and ₹45,999 (16/512). India sales began August 19 via vivo.com, Flipkart, Amazon, and stores.
Does vivo V60 have OIS and 4K video?
Yes. The 50MP main and 50MP periscope telephoto both have OIS, and the phone can record 4K video from the rear and the 50MP front camera.
How many 5G bands does vivo V60 support?
Officially listed bands: n1, n3, n5, n8, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n77, n78. It supports 5G+5G dual-SIM standby.
Is a charger included with vivo V60?
Yes. The V60 ships with a vivo standard charger supporting up to 90W wired charging.
What’s the software update policy for vivo V60?
vivo commits to 4 years of Android OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates for the V60 in India.
What’s the V60’s IP rating?
The phone is rated IP68/IP69, meaning dust tight, water resistant for 1.5 m up to 120 minutes, and resistant to high-temperature water jets under lab conditions.
Source: Vivo
