vivo X70 vs vivo X90: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The vivo X90 is the clear winner, boasting a significantly faster chipset, dramatically quicker charging, and improved camera capabilities. While the X70 remains a capable device, the X90's advancements justify its higher price for users seeking top-tier performance and cutting-edge features.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | vivo X70 | vivo X90 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA - International | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| - | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - China | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, September 09 | 2022, November 22 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 30 | Available. Released 2022, November 30 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front, glass back or eco leather back |
| Dimensions | 160.1 x 75.4 x 7.6 mm (6.30 x 2.97 x 0.30 in) | 164.1 x 74.4 x 8.5 mm or 8.9 mm |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 181/182 g (6.42 oz) | 196 g / 200 g (6.91 oz) |
| - | IP64 dust/water resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2376 pixels (~398 ppi density) | 1260 x 2800 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~452 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.56 inches, 104.6 cm2 (~86.6% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.78 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~91.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x3.05 GHz Cortex-X3 & 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 1200 (6 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 9200 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MC9 | Immortalis-G715 MC11 |
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, Funtouch OS 14 (International), OriginOS (China) | Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), OriginOS 3 (China) |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| - | UFS 4.0 - 256/512GB UFS 3.1 - 128GB | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, color spectrum sensor, Pixel Shift, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Pixel Shift, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | 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 |
| Triple | - | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.49", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.0, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.93", 1.22µm, AF, 2x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.0, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.93", 1.22µm, AF |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10+ | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| 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@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| - | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, 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 | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 44W wired 5W reverse wired | 120W wired, 50% in 8 min Reverse wired |
| Type | 4400 mAh | 4810 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Cosmic Black, Aurora Dawn, White | Asteroid Black, Breeze Blue, Red |
| Models | V2133A, V2104 | V2241A |
| Price | About 520 EUR | About 300 EUR |
vivo X70
- Stylish design
- Good camera performance
- Reliable performance for everyday tasks
- More affordable
- Older chipset
- Slower charging
- Less powerful than X90
vivo X90
- Blazing-fast performance
- Exceptional camera system
- Ultra-fast 120W charging
- Modern design
- Higher price
- Potentially larger size/weight
Display Comparison
Both phones feature AMOLED displays with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering smooth scrolling and vibrant colors. The X90 likely has slightly improved brightness and color accuracy due to newer panel technology, but the difference is subtle. Both offer excellent viewing experiences.
Camera Comparison
Both vivo X series phones are known for their camera prowess. The X90 features a more advanced camera system, likely with a larger sensor and improved image processing. Expect better low-light performance, more detail, and more natural-looking colors on the X90. Both phones likely offer excellent portrait modes and video recording capabilities.
Performance
The Dimensity 9200 in the X90 is a massive upgrade over the Dimensity 1200 in the X70. Expect significantly faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and vastly improved gaming performance on the X90. The X70 is still capable, but the X90's performance is in a different league.
Battery Life
The X90's 120W charging is a game-changer, allowing for incredibly fast charging times. The X70's 44W charging is still respectable, but the X90 offers a significantly faster top-up. Battery capacity is likely similar, but the X90's efficiency improvements, thanks to its newer chipset, could result in slightly better real-world battery life.
Buying Guide
The vivo X70 is a good choice for budget-conscious users who still want a stylish phone with a decent camera and reliable performance for everyday tasks. The vivo X90 is ideal for power users, mobile gamers, and photography enthusiasts who demand the best possible performance, camera quality, and charging speed.