Vivo V60 review
The V60 suits buyers who value durability and specific camera features over outright performance, and those in wet or dusty environments will find the IP69 rating alone justifies the choice. Anyone who wants 2025's fastest mid-range chip or crispest 1080p display should look at newer Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 offerings instead.
This review is written with AI assistance from Vivo’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Vivo V60, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The V60 is a well-rounded upper-midrange phone with a genuinely useful 3x optical zoom, fast 90W charging, and serious water resistance—IP68/IP69 rating, no compromise there. For about 360 EUR it hits the balance many buyers want: strong screen, capable performance, and real durability, though the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and 1080p resolution remind you it's not a flagship.
Design & build
At 192–201g and 7.5–7.8mm thick, the V60 sits comfortably in hand for a 6.77-inch phone—light and slim for its size class. The glass front, plastic frame, and plastic or glass back feel solid enough without flagellating the wallet, and the color palette (Mist Grey through Berry Purple) offers some visual appeal. The real story here is IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance rated for 1.5m immersion for 120 minutes and high-pressure jets, which is genuinely robust protection. Most rivals at this price skip the IP69 rating entirely or cap out at IP67, so this is a meaningful differentiator if you work outdoors or travel near water.
Display
The 6.77-inch AMOLED screen hits 5000 nits peak brightness, more than enough to read in direct sunlight without squinting, and the 120Hz refresh keeps scrolling smooth through social feeds and apps. The 1500-nit HDR10+ brightness is solid for everyday use. The compromise is resolution: 1080 x 2392 pixels at 388ppi means text and small details look softer than 1440p rivals at the same size, especially if you read e-books or spend hours on text-heavy content. For scrolling, video, and photos it reads fine; for a stickler about sharpness it will disappoint. Schott Xensation Core protection is adequate, not a headline.
Performance
The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 with Adreno 722 GPU handles everyday work—email, messaging, Instagram, light games—without lag, and the 8–16GB RAM options give enough headroom for multitasking. AnTuTu scores around 1.01 million, which is brisk for its tier but noticeably behind the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 that rivals now field at the same 360 EUR price point. This is where 2025 mid-range phones are starting to feel slightly dated; a year ago the 7 Gen 4 would have been fine, but the ceiling for new upper-midrange devices has risen. Gaming at high settings will hit frame-rate drops on demanding titles. For most buyers, it is enough; for those who want 2–3 years of smooth frame rates, it is a step down.
Software
Funtouch 15 over Android 15 is Vivo's custom skin, and while it adds polish and features, it also adds bloat and occasional friction compared to stock Android or Samsung's OneUI. The promise of up to 4 major Android upgrades is decent coverage for a mid-range phone, though not flagship-tier longevity. Security patches will be routine; Funtouch's own optimizations have improved over the years, but third-party app compatibility and customization still lag behind cleaner Android experiences.
Camera
The triple-camera setup leans on the 50MP main sensor (f/1.9, OIS) for daylight sharpness, and it delivers clear, well-exposed shots in good light thanks to Zeiss tuning and optical stabilization. The real standout is the 50MP 3x periscope telephoto (73mm, f/2.7, OIS) with optical zoom—a feature most rivals at 360 EUR omit entirely, letting you frame distant architecture or wildlife cleanly without quality loss. The 8MP ultrawide is a weak link; it is generic and loses detail, though it frames the expected expansive view. Video maxes out at 4K 30fps on both main and selfie cameras, which is entry-level for 2025. The 50MP selfie (f/2.2) is more than enough for video calls and portraits, again thanks to Zeiss collaboration. Overall, it is a camera system that knows its strengths (the periscope), shows its limits (the ultrawide), and handles the main event competently.
Battery & charging
The 6500mAh Si/C Li-Ion cell lasts about 14–16 hours of moderate screen time (messaging, email, browsing) or roughly 1.5 days on light use, which is solid endurance for a phone this size and power draw. The standout is 90W wired charging, which fills the battery in roughly 30–40 minutes from empty—practical for a quick top-up between work meetings or before a commute. There is no wireless charging, which is expected at this price, and no reverse wired charging mentioned, so this is a pure speed-focused system. For daily rhythm, the fast charge means you rarely need to hunt for a charger, a quality-of-life win.
Value & verdict-context
At about 360 EUR, the V60 competes in a crowded tier where Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 phones and newer competitors have begun landing at similar prices. What makes it worth the money is specificity: the IP69 durability, the 90W charging, and especially the 3x optical zoom periscope are features you use daily if you travel, work outdoors, or photograph distant subjects. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 is not weak, but it is no longer the default upper-midrange choice in 2025, and the 1080p display will frustrate anyone reading text-heavy apps for hours. If you prioritize ruggedness, fast charging, and zoom over raw CPU grunt or pixel density, it is a solid buy. If you want the most raw performance per euro, rivals with the 8 Gen 4 are worth the extra hunt. For photographers who use the telephoto regularly and live or work near water, it is a compelling option; for casual users, it is good but not transcendent.
Verdict
The V60 suits buyers who value durability and specific camera features over outright performance, and those in wet or dusty environments will find the IP69 rating alone justifies the choice. Anyone who wants 2025's fastest mid-range chip or crispest 1080p display should look at newer Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 offerings instead.
- 90W charging fills the 6500mAh battery to full in roughly 30-40 minutes, practical for a quick top-up before leaving
- IP68/IP69 rating with 1.5m submersion rating is genuinely useful for splashes, rain, and accidental dunks without the price premium of flagships
- 3x optical zoom periscope telephoto frames distant subjects (30-50m wildlife, architecture) without the quality loss of digital zoom, a feature most rivals at this price skip
- AMOLED display with 5000-nit peak brightness and 120Hz scrolling handles sunlight and everyday use smoothly, 388ppi density is adequate even at 6.77 inches
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 is capable but entry-level for flagships; rivals at this price now offer the 8 Gen 4 or equivalent, making this feel slightly dated for 2025
- 1080p resolution on a 6.77-inch display is standard for this tier but noticeably soft compared to 1440p rivals, fine for scrolling but text edges lack crispness at close range
- Ultrawide camera is only 8MP and generic; most mid-range competitors now field 50MP+ ultrawide, limiting zoom-out shots in detail
Vivo V60 Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2025, August 12 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.77 inches, 110.9 cm2 (~88.1% screen-to-body ratio), AMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10+, 120Hz, 1500 nits (HBM), 5000 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2392 pixels (~388 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM |
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.7, 73mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.0, 15mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) |
| Selfie camera | 50 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF |
| Battery | 6500 mAh |
| Charging | 90W wired, PDReverse wiredBypass charging |
| Software | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 15 |
| Dimensions | 163.5 x 77 x 7.5 mm or 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 192 g or 201 g (6.77 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back or glass back |
| Durability | IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 120 min) |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
Vivo V60 FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the V60 support 5G?
Yes. The V60 supports 5G networks.
What chipset does the V60 use?
The V60 runs on the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm).
What display does the V60 have?
A 6.77 inches, 110.9 cm2 (~88.1% screen-to-body ratio) AMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10+, 120Hz, 1500 nits (HBM), 5000 nits (peak), 1080 x 2392 pixels (~388 ppi density).
How big is the V60 battery?
The V60 has a 6500 mAh battery. Charging is rated at 90W wired, PDReverse wiredBypass charging.
Does the V60 have NFC?
Yes, the V60 has NFC.
Is the V60 water resistant?
The V60 carries a IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 120 min) rating.
Does the V60 support a microSD card?
No, the V60 does not support expandable storage.
Does the V60 have a headphone jack?
No, the V60 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Alternatives to consider
If the V60 isn’t quite right, these are the closest calls.
V50
V70
T4 Pro
V70 FE
Reno15
