Vivo V50 Elite Edition: In the cut-throat world of smartphones, it is rare to be able to stand apart—and Vivo’s premium V-series does just that.
More than just a phone, the Vivo V50 Elite Edition is a statement on style, performance and well-thought design! It pulls what the standard V50 does well and cranks it up another couple of notches thanks to some additional polish and performance.
Let’s dive a little deeper to see whether this “Elite” model is really up to the name — or if we’ve just got more fancy coats of paint.
Dressed to Impress
Design has always been a forte for Vivo, however, the Elite Edition is a stunner. The phone is sophisticated the moment you open the box.
The satin matte finish, polished metal frame and sleek curvaceous body are a premium-grade touch that we usually only associate with flagship phones.
Yes, that includes holographic effects though we doubt that smartphone trend will take off.Available in hues like Obsidian Black and Aurora Blue, the V50 Elite isn’t just premium feeling—it looks it too.
It feels great in hand, and even though the build is thin, it’s solid and well balanced.
Display That’s an Eyeful
On the front is a 6.78-inch AMOLED curved-edge display that has a sharp Full HD+ resolution and a speedy 120Hz refresh rate.
You won’t be disappointed whether you’re browsing Netflix, scrolling your social feeds or more reading books under sunlight with this display.
Colors are punchy, the blacks are inky and streaming content looks more vibrant than ever, boosted by HDR10+ support.
It’s the sort of screen you grow accustomed to — and then you miss when you return to anything less.
Performance Under Pressure
Inside the phone, the Vivo V50 Elite Edition alias Vivo V50e is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC, and comes with 12GB of RAM along with 256GB of storage.
And this combination can handle just about anything with ease, from everyday multitasking to more demanding games like Genshin Impact and Call of Duty: Mobile.
Apps open quickly, animations are smooth, and background tasks remain responsive, even when you have a few apps open at once.
It runs on the FunTouch OS 14, which is based on Android 14, and it’s all looking pretty slick — not that it doesn’t comes with a few pre-installed apps that some users might want to uninstall.
Camera That Gets Creative
Out back, the 64MP main camera with a 13MP ultra-wide and a 2MP depth sensor, takes detailed, color-accurate photos in most situations.
But the star of the show is undoubtedly the Elite AI Portrait mode, which improves skin tones, sharpens the details and creates natural-looking depth effects.
The 32MP front camera is no slouch, either—it’s sharp and flattering and great for video calls or social media selfies.
The low-light performance doesn’t stand out from the crowd, but Vivo’s Night Mode is capable of recovering some detail from dim pictures.
Battery That Keeps You Going
The Elite Edition has a 5,000mAh battery that easily manages to last a full day of heavy use. Whether for streamed video, social apps or casual gaming, you won’t have to reach for the charger before you turn in.
And when you do, there is that 66W fast charging which helps you take this phone from 0 to 100% charge in 45 minutes, or so. No wireless charging however — which will disappoint some at this price bracket.
Pros
Curved AMOLED with premium design
Long-lasting battery and Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 performance
Great front and back cameras
Good battery life with quick charging
120Hz refresh rate for smooth motion portrayal
Cons
No wireless charging
Lacks an official IP rating
Some bloat on the UI from pre-installed apps
Plastic backsy despite the premium feel
No telephoto zoom lens
Vivo V50 Elite Edition: Final Thoughts: Elite Material?
In a word—yes. It’s not a device that simply throws in a few extras and puts them at your disposal.
It refines the V50’s strong base and introduces meaningful improvements where it really matters — design, display, performance, and camera.
If you want a phone that offers everyday usability while also being a little bit fancy, but without venturing into full-blown flagship price territory, the V50 Elite Edition is an excellent choice. It’s imperfect, but it’s definitely elite when it matters.