vivo X70 Pro+ vs vivo X70: A Detailed Showdown

vivo's X70 series brought impressive camera capabilities and sleek designs to the market. But with two distinct models – the X70 Pro+ and the X70 – choosing the right one can be tricky. This comprehensive comparison breaks down the key differences to help you decide which phone best suits your needs and budget.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The vivo X70 Pro+ is the clear winner for power users and photography enthusiasts, boasting a Snapdragon 888+ chipset, faster charging, and a superior camera system. However, the X70 remains a compelling option for those seeking a stylish and capable phone at a more accessible price point.

PHONES
Phone Names	vivo X70 Pro+	vivo X70

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International	1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA - International
Speed	HSPA, LTE-A, 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - China	-

Launch
Announced	2021, September 09	2021, September 09
Status	Available. Released 2021, September 17	Available. Released 2021, September 30

Body
Dimensions	164.5 x 75.2 x 8.9 mm (6.48 x 2.96 x 0.35 in)	160.1 x 75.4 x 7.6 mm (6.30 x 2.97 x 0.30 in)
SIM	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	209 g / 213 g (7.37 oz)	181/182 g (6.42 oz)
	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)	-

Display
Resolution	1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~517 ppi density)	1080 x 2376 pixels (~398 ppi density)
Size	6.78 inches, 111.4 cm2 (~90.1% screen-to-body ratio)	6.56 inches, 104.6 cm2 (~86.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 1000 nits (HBM), 1500 nits (peak)	AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 1200 (6 nm)
GPU	Adreno 660	Mali-G77 MC9
OS	Android 11, Funtouch OS 12 (International), OriginOS 1.0 (China)	Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, Funtouch OS 14 (International), OriginOS (China)

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
	UFS 3.1	-

Main Camera
Features	Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Pixel Shift, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama	Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, color spectrum sensor, Pixel Shift, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Quad	50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 8 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), 1/4.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/1.6, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.93", 1.22µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, AF, gimbal OIS	40 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1.0µm, PDAF 12 MP, f/2.0, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.93", 1.22µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 116˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Single	32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm	-
Video	8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10+	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10+

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	HDR
Single	32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm	32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	No
35mm jack	-	No
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes
	32-bit/192kHz audio	-

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared port	Yes	-
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 3.1, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, color spectrum	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	55W wired 50W wireless Reverse wireless 5W reverse wired	44W wired 5W reverse wired
Type	Li-Po 4500 mAh, non-removable	4400 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Blue, Orange	Cosmic Black, Aurora Dawn, White
Models	V2145A, V2114	V2133A, V2104
Price	About 720 EUR	About 520 EUR

Tests
Battery life	Endurance rating 84h	-
Camera	Photo / Video	-
Display	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)	-
Loudspeaker	-24.8 LUFS (Very good)	-
Performance	AnTuTu: 837833 (v9) GeekBench: 3469 (v5.1) GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	-

vivo X70 Pro+

Superior Performance (Snapdragon 888+)
Exceptional Camera System (Gimbal, Zeiss)
Faster Charging (55W)
Wireless Charging
Premium Build Quality

Higher Price
Potentially Overkill for Casual Users

vivo X70

More Affordable
Stylish Design
Good Camera Performance
Solid Performance (Dimensity 1200)

Slower Charging
Less Powerful Camera
No Wireless Charging

Display Comparison

Both phones feature AMOLED displays with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering smooth scrolling and vibrant colors. The X70 Pro+ likely has slightly better peak brightness and color accuracy due to its higher-end panel, but the difference is subtle for most users. Both offer excellent viewing experiences.

Camera Comparison

This is where the X70 Pro+ truly shines. While both phones have excellent camera systems, the Pro+ features a larger sensor, gimbal stabilization, and a more powerful telephoto lens with greater zoom capabilities. The X70’s camera is still very good, but the Pro+ offers a noticeable step up in image quality, especially in challenging lighting conditions and at longer zoom ranges. Both feature Zeiss optics.

Performance

The X70 Pro+’s Snapdragon 888+ provides a significant performance advantage over the X70’s Dimensity 1200. Expect faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the Pro+ model. The Dimensity 1200 is still capable, but the 888+ is in a different league.

Battery Life

The X70 Pro+ has a slightly larger battery and significantly faster wired charging (55W vs 44W). Wireless charging is also available on the Pro+, and reverse wireless charging is present on both. The endurance rating of 84h suggests excellent battery life for the X70 Pro+.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the vivo X70 Pro+? Users prioritizing top-tier performance, exceptional camera quality (especially zoom capabilities), and fast charging. Who should buy the vivo X70? Users looking for a stylish, well-rounded smartphone with a good camera and solid performance, without breaking the bank.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the vivo X70 Pro+ worth the extra money?

If you're a photography enthusiast or demand the best possible performance, the X70 Pro+ is worth the investment. Otherwise, the X70 offers excellent value for its price.

❓ What is the difference in camera zoom capabilities?

The X70 Pro+ has a dedicated periscope telephoto lens offering significantly greater optical zoom range compared to the X70. Expect much better results when zooming in on distant subjects with the Pro+.