- 200MP Main Camera: Leaked hands-on footage shows the upcoming Vivo V60e packs a 200-megapixel primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS) – a huge jump from the 50MP sensor on the standard V60 [1]. This is reportedly “the first 200MP main camera in the segment” [2], with the main sensor also serving as an 85mm-equivalent telephoto lens. The triple-camera setup adds an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a ring-LED flash, while selfies are handled by a 50MP front-facing camera [3] [4]. Vivo has even teased a “30x super zoom” feature on the main camera [5], and the phone will include “AI festival portrait” modes and an Aura LED for creative shots.
- Immense Battery & Display: The V60e is said to sport a massive 6,500–6,550 mAh battery with 90W wired fast-charging support [6] [7]. It retains a large 6.77-inch OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate [8] [9], likely a curved AMOLED like previous V-series models. According to leaks, this panel can hit extremely high brightness (reports say up to ~4,500 nits) for outdoor use [10]. The phone will launch with Android 15 (Funtouch OS) out of the box [11].
- MediaTek Chipset: Performance comes from a MediaTek Dimensity chipset. Early leaks mention the Dimensity 7300 (same as the V50e/V60), but more recent reports suggest Vivo might use the new 7360 or even the Dimensity 7400 variant [12] [13]. In any case, it will support up to 12 GB of RAM and LPDDR5/UFS3.1 storage, and bring features like MediaTek’s AI and gaming optimizations [14]. One analysis notes the 7360 (a refresh of the 7300) supports cameras up to 200MP [15], aligning with the V60e’s massive sensor.
- Durable Design: Reports confirm the V60e will be ruggedized: it carries an IP68/69 dust-and-water-resistance rating [16] [17], and uses strengthened glass (marketed as “Diamond Shield Glass”). The build appears similar to the recent Vivo V60 and V60 Lite, with a slim profile despite its large battery. It will come in Elite Purple and Noble Gold colors [18] [19]. Other handy features like an in-display fingerprint reader are expected, as on its predecessors.
- Pricing & Launch: The V60e is aimed at the affordable midrange segment. Flipkart listing screenshots (shared by tipster Paras Guglani) leaked pricing: around ₹28,749 for the 8 GB/128 GB model with launch offers [20] [21], and roughly ₹30,749 and ₹32,749 (8+256 and 12+256GB) respectively. Without offers the MRPs are about ₹34,999, ₹36,999 and ₹38,999 [22] [23]. For comparison, the predecessor V60 launched in India at ₹36,999 (8+128GB) [24], so the V60e undercuts that while adding flagship-ish specs. Industry sources say the official India launch may be October 7, 2025 [25] [26], likely on Flipkart and Vivo’s own channels with festive discounts.
Now, let’s dive deeper into what all this means.
200MP Camera: The Star of the Show
The biggest highlight is unquestionably the 200MP main camera. According to a leaked hands-on video, the V60e’s main rear camera is 200 MP with OIS [27]. This sensor is rumored to double as an 85mm telephoto lens, giving it true zoom capabilities (albeit likely via cropping the high-res sensor). The camera system lacks the Zeiss branding that Vivo applied to the V60’s optics [28], but in practice it’s a huge step up – quadrupling the resolution of the 50MP module in the V50e/V60 series. The package also includes an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a bright Ring LED flash [29]. Up front is a 50MP “eye AF” selfie camera and a unique Aura light ring around the display cutout [30].
Vivo itself is hyping the 200MP feature: FoneArena reports the company touts the V60e as its “first smartphone in the under ₹40,000 price segment with a 200MP main camera” [31]. Tech media note that 200MP sensors are usually flagship territory – Android Authority recently called 200MP “the current gold standard for cameras on flagship Android phones” [32]. And in fact Vivo’s own high-end X200 Ultra used a 200MP sensor for telephoto shots, but the V60e will be the first time Vivo uses that resolution as the primary lens.
Why the push to 200MP? The massive sensor allows for pixel-binning (combining pixels in low light) and extreme digital zoom. As one expert analysis explains, high-megapixel sensors “allow for improved light sensitivity and enhanced cropping capabilities” [33]. In practice, this means the V60e could take brighter, more detailed photos and let you zoom or crop without losing as much clarity. Early rumors even suggest a 30× “super zoom” mode [34], which would rely on software zoom using the 200MP data.
For comparison, other midrange phones have also started using high-res sensors. The Honor 90 (a recent mid-priced phone) similarly “still manages to pack in a 200MP main camera…a pretty impressive package for a smartphone at this price” [35], according to photo experts. But few offer the full suite of features Vivo is promising (high refresh OLED, massive battery, fast charging) along with it. The V60e’s direct predecessor, the Vivo V50e, had a much more modest camera setup (50MP main + 8MP ultrawide) [36]. The new V60e leapfrogs it entirely, signifying Vivo’s aim to bring flagship-style photography to a budget.
Performance, Display, and Battery
Under the hood, the V60e targets solid mid-range performance. Early leaks list a MediaTek Dimensity processor. Dataconomy notes the phone “is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC” [37], but there’s also talk of the slightly newer Dimensity 7360 or even 7400 being used [38] [39]. (The Dimensity 7360 was just announced as a refresh of the 7300, with better gaming optimizations and full 200MP ISP support [40] [41].) In any case, it will have 8 GB or 12 GB of RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. Vivo advertises up to 12GB RAM support, and even “expandable RAM” via virtual RAM. These specs should handle everyday apps smoothly and even mid-level gaming – the Dimensity 73xx chips are roughly on par with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7-series.
The display is a large 6.77-inch OLED, likely quad-curved like the V50/V60. It runs at a high 120 Hz refresh rate [42] [43] for smooth scrolling and gaming. FoneArena claims the panel can reach 4,500 nits peak brightness [44], which is extremely high and would make outdoor visibility excellent. Vivo’s marketing also highlights “eye protection” features and HDR color tuning (MediaTek’s MiraVision 955 on the 7360 chip).
Battery life is another standout. The V60e carries a 6,500 mAh cell (some leaks say 6,550mAh, essentially the same) [45] [46]. That’s larger than many competitors (even bigger than the regular V60’s 6,500). Combined with the efficiency of the Dimensity platform, it should last well over a day on a charge. More impressively, the phone supports 90W fast charging [47] [48] – a flagship-class spec. With 90W charging, Vivo claims you can get a full charge in roughly 30 minutes. This all adds up to “serious endurance” according to GizmoChina [49]. Wireless charging is not mentioned, so this is a wired-only fast-charging solution (again like the V60).
Software-wise, the V60e ships with Android 15 (the latest version) running Vivo’s OriginOS 6 (which in India may still be called Funtouch OS 15). Expect features like multi-screen collaboration and AI-based photo enhancements, following Vivo’s other recent models.
Design, Build and Extras
Leaks and images show the V60e closely resembles the existing V60 series. It has slim bezels and a curved glass back. The phone will be IP68/69 rated [50] [51], meaning it’s dust-tight and can survive immersion in up to 1.5m of water for 2 hours (the IP69 rating covers even high-pressure water jets). The glass is reportedly Gorilla/Diamond Shield grade for extra durability. In short, it’s built tougher than most midrangers.
Color options include Elite Purple and Noble Gold [52] [53] (similar shades to the V60). Those vibrant hues combined with the camera island design should stand out. Other features: an in-display fingerprint sensor (standard for Vivo), stereo speakers, and likely full 5G connectivity and NFC. There’s no 3.5mm headphone jack mentioned, so audio will be via USB-C or Bluetooth.
Vivo has hinted at some unique software features: an “AI Festival Portrait” mode presumably creates creative portrait shots with festive themes. Also, an “Aura Light” ring around the front camera will act as a fill-light for selfies (handy for night photos). These mirror some innovations we’ve seen on higher-end Vivo X-series devices.
Pricing and Market Impact
All these high-end specs come at a surprisingly affordable price. The leaked Flipkart listings – likely accidently made public before launch – suggest an MRP around ₹34,999 for the 8 GB/128 GB model, but heavy first-day offers take it down to about ₹28,749 [54] [55]. The 8+256GB and 12+256GB versions list for ₹36,999 and ₹38,999 (₹30,749 and ₹32,749 with offers) [56] [57]. FoneArena’s update says the effective launch prices could be slightly higher (around ₹29,999/₹31,999/₹33,999 for 8+128/8+256/12+256) [58]. Either way, in launch-week conditions the V60e undercuts many rivals.
For context, the standard V60 (released Aug 2025) started at ₹36,999 for 8+128GB [59]. The V60e seems to match or beat that price while adding the new 200MP camera and cutting some costs (no Zeiss optics, presumably a cheaper MediaTek chip). It will slot into the “upper mid-range” bracket (around the ₹30k-35k segment in India) but with some flagship features.
This aggressive pricing will put pressure on competitors. Currently, few phones in India offer a 200MP camera at this price. Honor’s midrange phones (like the Honor 90/400 Pro) have 200MP, but Honor’s market share in India is limited. Xiaomi’s mid-tier (e.g. 13T series) have 50MP or Leica-branded cameras, not 200MP. Samsung’s Galaxy A-series sticks to 64/108MP. Even premium Chinese brands Oppo/OnePlus reserve 200MP for their top models. So the V60e could carve out a unique niche.
It also continues Vivo’s strategy of using its camera prowess as a selling point. By bringing a 200MP sensor into a midrange phone, Vivo is trying to “democratize” high-end tech. As Srivatsan Sridhar of FoneArena notes, Vivo claims this is the first sub-₹40K phone ever with a 200MP camera [60]. Tech reviewers will be keen to see if the shots live up to the hype. Earlier reviews of 200MP midrange phones (like the Honor 90) have been positive about photo quality, but those models often lacked features like true tele lenses or high-speed charging – gaps the V60e fills.
Expert Commentary
Smartphone analysts point out that simply having more megapixels doesn’t guarantee better pictures, but it can give advantages. Android Authority’s Tushar Mehta observes that today’s 200MP flagships use the enormous sensor for better zoom and low-light results: “The 200MP camera… is expected to allow for improved light sensitivity and enhanced cropping capabilities.” [61]. In other words, the V60e’s camera should be able to capture fine detail in bright light (and then downsample to reduce noise), and let you zoom in digitally without losing as much sharpness.
On the other hand, high-MP sensors on midrange phones sometimes skip features like optical zoom or telephoto modules. Honor 90’s review in Amateur Photographer praises its 200MP main camera but notes the lack of a telephoto lens as a limitation. We’ll have to see if the V60e truly offers an 85mm equivalent like leaks suggest, or if it’s just using cropping. Vivo’s marketing (and taglines like “30x superzoom”) imply heavy AI and software magic to boost the camera.
From a market perspective, this move is seen as “game-changing” by some analysts. For example, NotebookCheck’s Abhinav Fating described the V60 (older model) as “camera-focused”, and the V60e seems to double down on that. The fact that Vivo is bringing 200MP to a midrange phone suggests Chinese brands are pushing down flagship tech faster than before. Rival Oppo, in fact, just announced its own 200MP telephoto for the upcoming Find X9 Pro [62], and OnePlus is next (since they share tech). So we’re entering a phase where 200MP cameras may become commonplace even on non-flagship devices.
Final Thoughts
In summary, all signs point to the Vivo V60e being a spec-sheet monster for its price bracket. It combines flagship-style hardware (200MP camera, 120Hz OLED, huge battery, 90W charging, IP68) with a midrange SoC, and it’s gearing up for an October 2025 launch in India [63] [64]. If the camera quality matches expectations, it could set a new bar for mid-tier smartphones. Until the official launch (rumored October 7) and hands-on reviews, of course, we’ll treat these as exciting rumors. But for now, the Vivo V60e looks poised to shake up the smartphone market by packing “insane” high-end features into a very affordable package [65] [66].
Sources: Latest leaks and reports from Dataconomy, Hindustan Times, Beebom, GizmoChina, FoneArena, NotebookCheck, Android Authority, and Amateur Photographer [67] [68] [69] [70] [71] [72]. All specs and quotes are from these industry publications and official teasers.
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