UAE Price
AED 3,000
India Price
₹1,49,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2023
The vivo X Flip 256GB is Vivo's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.74 inches, 106.1 cm2 (~84.7% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4400 mAh battery. At AED 3,000 in the UAE and ₹1,49,999 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The vivo X Flip 256GB excels with its 50MP main sensor featuring OIS and dual pixel PDAF, delivering sharp, stable shots in low light, and its 44W wired charging refills the 4400mAh battery in under 50 minutes. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 sustains high frame rates in demanding apps without throttling. Ideal for professionals who need a compact, premium foldable for multitasking on the go—think urban creatives carrying it in a coat pocket while juggling meetings and photo shoots. Its weakness? Thermals under prolonged 5G streaming; the chipset heats noticeably after 45 minutes of video calls. In UAE at AED 3000, it’s competitive because no other foldable under AED 3500 offers 44W charging and OIS on both cameras. In India at ₹149999, it’s overpriced—compared to the ₹99999 Xiaomi 13T Pro with similar performance, larger battery, and no hinge concerns. Pay extra here only if the flip form factor is non-negotiable.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 4400 mAh |
| Charging | 44W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 4400 mAh |
| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.49", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 106˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.93", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF |
| Features | Laser AF, Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Dual-LED flash, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 166.4 x 75.3 x 7.8 mmFolded: 86.4 x 75.3 x 16.6 mm |
| Weight | 198 g (6.98 oz) |
| Build | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| Size | 6.74 inches, 106.1 cm2 (~84.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~407 ppi density) |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Rhombic Purple, Silk Gold, Diamond Black |
| Models | V2256A |
| Price | About 800 EUR |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1060911 (v9) GeekBench: 3930 (v5.1), 4255 (v6) GFXBench: 74fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 1027 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | -29.2 LUFS (Average) |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 110h |
| Announced | 2023, April 20 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, April 28 |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.5 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the X Flip.
It may not be the best choice in 2026 due to its age and lack of future software support, making newer models more appealing for long-term use. However, if you value its compact foldable design and find it at a steep discount, it could still serve as a secondary device.
The vivo X Flip 256GB is priced at AED 3000 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The vivo X Flip 256GB is priced at ₹149999 in India. It is available through official vivo stores and select e-commerce platforms.
The camera delivers sharp, well-exposed photos with strong color accuracy in daylight and decent low-light performance. The flip design enables unique shooting angles, especially for selfies and video calls.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including social media, calls, and occasional photography. Heavy usage may require a midday charge.
Ready to buy the X Flip?
From AED 3,000 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
