Vivo has launched the T5 5G in India, expanding its T-series smartphone range with a strong focus on battery life, display quality and performance. The new smartphone starts at ₹34,999 and will go on sale from September 9.
The Vivo T5 5G is available in four configurations. The base model with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage costs ₹34,999, while the 8GB RAM and 128GB variant is priced at ₹39,999. The 8GB RAM and 256GB version costs ₹44,999, while the top-end 12GB RAM and 256GB model is priced at ₹49,999. The phone will be available in Royal Bronze and Silver Green colours.
The biggest highlight of the Vivo T5 5G is its 7,050mAh battery. It supports 44W FlashCharge technology and is designed for users who spend long hours streaming videos, gaming, browsing social media and using other applications.
Vivo claims the battery can provide up to 85 hours of music playback and 34.7 hours of local video playback under its testing conditions. The company has also focused on battery longevity, claiming that the battery can retain at least 80 per cent of its capacity after 1,600 charging cycles.
Despite the large battery, the smartphone has a slim 7.99mm body and weighs around 199 grams.
The phone features a 6.83-inch 1.5K 3D curved AMOLED display with a 2,800×1,260-pixel resolution. The panel supports a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, along with HDR10+ support and a 300Hz touch sampling rate.
The high refresh rate is aimed at delivering smoother scrolling, animations and gaming. Vivo has also designed the display with a curved profile that extends towards the sides of the handset, giving the phone a more premium appearance.
Performance comes from the 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset, paired with the MediaTek NPU 850 for artificial intelligence-related tasks. Vivo claims the device can deliver up to 233 per cent faster on-device AI computing under its internal testing conditions.
The smartphone also includes a 3,800mm² vapour chamber cooling system. This is intended to help manage heat during gaming and other demanding activities.
For photography, the Vivo T5 5G features a dual rear-camera setup. It consists of a 50MP Sony IMX882 primary sensor with optical image stabilisation and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. A 32MP front-facing camera handles selfies and video calls. The phone supports 4K video recording through both its front and rear cameras.
Vivo has also incorporated several AI-based imaging features to enhance photographs and edit unwanted elements. These tools are aimed at making everyday photography more convenient without requiring users to rely on separate editing applications.
The software experience is another important part of the device. The Vivo T5 5G runs OriginOS 6 based on Android 16. Vivo has promised three generations of Android operating system updates and five years of security updates.
For durability, the smartphone comes with IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. Vivo is also promoting the device with military-grade durability, positioning it as a handset designed to withstand demanding everyday use.
Connectivity options include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4 and USB Type-C. The phone also supports NavIC and other major satellite navigation systems.
The launch comes as India’s smartphone market becomes increasingly competitive, particularly in the ₹30,000-₹50,000 segment. Manufacturers are competing by bringing features such as high-refresh-rate AMOLED displays, large batteries, AI capabilities and extended software support to phones below the traditional flagship price range.
Vivo is using battery capacity as the key differentiator for the T5 5G. The 7,050mAh unit is significantly larger than the batteries commonly found in many smartphones in this segment, while the 144Hz curved AMOLED display adds a premium element to the overall package.
The combination of a large battery, Dimensity 7500 Turbo processor, 50MP Sony camera, IP68 and IP69 protection and long-term software support gives the T5 5G a broad feature set.
The phone will be available through Flipkart, Vivo’s online store and authorised retail outlets from September 9. Launch offers include discounts of up to ₹4,000 on select bank cards, along with no-cost EMI options.
With the T5 5G, Vivo is targeting consumers who want a smartphone that can handle extended daily use without frequent charging while also offering a premium display, capable camera system and modern software experience.