On Thursday, Vivo launched the V50 Elite Edition in India, a device that comes bundled with Vivo TWS 3e earphones. This model features a robust 12GB RAM and 512GB storage capacity. Design-wise and in terms of specifications, the Elite edition mirrors the standard Vivo V50, which made its debut in February. Under the hood, the V50 Elite Edition is powered by a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor, includes a substantial 6,000mAh battery, and boasts a dual rear camera module with a 50-megapixel sensor supported by Zeiss optics. The TWS 3e earphones, included with the phone, were first introduced in the Indian market in August 2024.
Pricing and Availability of Vivo V50 Elite Edition in India
The Vivo V50 Elite Edition is priced at ₹41,999 for the lone configuration of 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, according to a press release. It is offered in a Rose Red color and can be purchased from online platforms like Amazon and Flipkart, as well as select offline retailers. The included Vivo TWS 3e comes in a Dark Indigo shade.
Online customers can take advantage of up to ₹3,000 instant cashback by using cards from HDFC, SBI, or Axis Bank. Additionally, they are eligible for an exchange offer worth up to ₹3,000 and can opt for up to six months of no-cost EMI financing.
For those shopping offline, there is a potential instant discount of up to ₹3,000 available with purchases made using cards from SBI, Kotak, American Express, HSBC, DBS, IDFC First Bank, Yes Bank, Bobcard, and Federal Bank. Customers can also benefit from a ₹3,000 exchange bonus through Vivo’s V-upgrade program.
The pricing for the regular Vivo V50 starts at ₹40,999 for the 12GB + 512GB configuration, while the 8GB + 256GB and 8GB + 128GB models are available at ₹36,999 and ₹34,999, respectively. The Vivo TWS 3e earphones are priced at ₹1,899.
Specifications and Features of Vivo V50 Elite Edition
The Vivo V50 Elite Edition features a 6.77-inch full-HD+ quad-curved AMOLED display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. It operates on a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, supports 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM, and includes 512GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The device runs on Android 15 with FuntouchOS 15 and promises three years of OS updates along with four years of security updates.
In terms of photography, the smartphone is equipped with a Zeiss-supported dual rear camera setup, featuring a 50-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS) and a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. The front-facing camera also hosts a 50-megapixel sensor. The device includes an Aura Light feature and supports AI-enabled photo editing along with various productivity tools.
Powering the device is a 6,000mAh battery that supports 90W wired fast charging. For security, the phone includes an in-display optical fingerprint sensor. Connectivity options encompass dual 5G, 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, OTG, and USB 3.2 Type-C. It also features an IP68 and IP69 rating for dust and water resistance. The overall dimensions of the device are 163.29×76.72×7.57mm, and it weighs 199 grams.
Additionally, the Vivo TWS 3e earphones are tuned by Golden Ear Acoustics Lab and feature 11mm drivers and composite cashmere biofiber diaphragms. They offer up to 30dB adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), AI-enhanced call noise reduction, and an 88ms low latency mode for gaming. When coupled with the case, these earphones provide an impressive total playback time of up to 42 hours on a single charge, alongside an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.
