Vivo launched its last foldable smartphone, Vivo X Fold 3 Pro in India in June 2024. And now, the Vivo X Fold 4 is making headlines, which is expected to arrive next year. According to tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo, this time the upcoming smartphone will be delayed. Going by traditions, the Vivo X Fold 3 was launched in China in March 2024, so we were expecting the same for the Vivo X Fold 4. But, rumor has it that it may take some additional time. Leaving aside the launch details, the tipster had more to share. let’s take a look.

Vivo X Fold 4: leaked specifications

The upcoming Vivo X Fold 4 is rumored to feature a significant battery upgrade to over 6,000mAh capacity with support for wireless charging. Despite this, the device is expected to maintain a thin and light design. It is likely to include dual ultrasonic fingerprint sensors and IPX8 rating for dust and water resistance. Its camera setup will reportedly include three 50-megapixel sensors: a primary camera, a secondary sensor, and a periscope telephoto lens that offers 3x optical zoom.

It is also speculated that the phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, which is feasible. The OnePlus 13, Realme GT7 Pro, iQOO 13 and others are now confirmed to feature this chip set, so it’s highly likely that Vivo’s flagship foldable will follow suit.

In comparison, the Vivo It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and features an 8.03-inch 2K AMOLED foldable display with a 6.53-inch AMOLED cover screen. Earlier, it was also said that even though the Vivo X Fold 4 will have a larger battery, it will be thinner than its predecessor, the Vivo X Fold 3.

The device features a triple rear camera setup, led by a 50-megapixel VCS Bionic main camera and a 32-megapixel selfie camera on both the internal and external screens. It also has an IPX4-rated build for splash resistance. The advancements to the X Fold 4 promise advanced functionality while maintaining Vivo’s focus on premium foldable designs. Leaks and rumors provide a pretty good picture of the Vivo X Fold 4. But the exact details regarding launch, price, cameras and overall design, will be officially revealed during the launch. Therefore, we suggest that you should take this information with a pinch of salt.