The Beautiful Blue Is My Favorite Thing About Vivo’s Foldable X Fold 6
It’s a solid example of an Android foldable, but I worry that Apple has changed the game.
Vivo’s new foldable X Fold 6 impresses with its stunning blue design featuring frosted glass back, which is my favorite aspect of the device. While not the first foldable to catch my eye based on aesthetics alone, like Oppo’s Find N6, Vivo’s phone is difficult to obtain, available only outside the US and UK through Chinese resellers or select European locations. As such, customer support may be limited if issues arise.
The X Fold 6 follows the typical book-style foldable design, similar to Oppo Find N6 or Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. With Apple’s iPhone Duo now competing for attention, Samsung’s Z Fold 8 and Xiaomi’s 18 Fold are also adopting wider inner screens, which may signal a shift in foldable phone design preferences. Nevertheless, Vivo’s model remains a solid representation of the genre.
Powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 processor, the X Fold 6 handled gaming and multitasking with ease. The 200 megapixel rear camera, backed by high-quality Zeiss glass, captured impressive photos despite relying on AI-based image processing for longer focal lengths, which gave images a watercolor-like effect. Watermarks on default photos were initially bothersome, but adjusting settings resolved this issue.
Battery life is the X Fold 6’s strongest suit, lasting through multiple hours of streaming without significant drain. With an 80-watt wired charging capability, the phone can replenish its battery from empty to full in approximately 30 minutes, ensuring ample power throughout the day. While not the slimmest or most powerful foldable, the X Fold 6 delivers on high-end expectations, making it a commendable example of the format.
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