Vivo V60 Launches Featuring Periscope Telephoto Camera for Enhanced Photography

Vivo has launched the V60 smartphone in Indonesia, packing impressive upgrades compared to its predecessor released just five months earlier. This new model features a periscope telephoto camera, a powerful Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, and a large 6500 mAh battery, catering to users looking for a premium phone under approximately $450 USD.

The Vivo V60 is the first standard V series phone to offer a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with optical image stabilization (OIS), a feature usually reserved for Pro variants. Its triple-camera setup, developed in collaboration with Zeiss, consists of a main 50MP sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and the standout telephoto periscope. Users can zoom from 3x to 10x while maintaining sharpness and detail—textures like those on Borobudur’s stone carvings remain clear even at maximum zoom.

Powerful Performance with Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
The V60 marks the debut of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset in Indonesia. Compared to the previous generation, the new chipset boosts CPU performance by 27%, GPU by 30%, and neural processing unit (NPU) speed by 65%. Antutu benchmark scores approach nearly 1 million points, reflecting a 20-30% performance increase over the Vivo V50.

This phone is available in two memory variants: 8GB or 12GB RAM, paired with 256GB or 512GB storage options. The reviewed unit features 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. For gaming, light titles like Mobile Legends run smoothly at 90fps, while heavier games such as Genshin Impact average around 33fps on medium settings, with the device temperature peaking at 43°C.

Massive Battery with Ultra-Fast Charging
Vivo has upped the battery capacity to 6500 mAh, continuing an upward trend from previous V series models (5000 mAh in V30, 5500 mAh in V40, and 6000 mAh in V50). Despite the large battery, the phone remains slim at 7.5mm thickness and weighs 192 grams in its spotlight grey variant with a polycarbonate back.

Battery efficiency is notable: streaming YouTube for an hour consumes only 4-5% battery, 30 minutes of Mobile Legends uses 6%, and the same duration of Genshin Impact drains 10%. Fast charging support up to 90W means the V60 can charge to 18% in just 10 minutes, reach 50% in half an hour, and achieve full charge in less than an hour thanks to bypass charging technology.

Stunning Display and Premium Build
The device sports a 6.77-inch curved AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. HDR10+ support enriches the visual experience. The screen brightness hits up to 1500 nits in High Brightness Mode, surpassing the V50’s 1300 nits, making it comfortably visible under direct sunlight.

Screen protection is secured with German-made Schott Xensation glass. Thin bezels surround the display on all sides, reinforcing its premium class design. The subtle curved edges also enhance smooth scrolling and reduce screen glare, adding to daily comfort.

Innovative AI Photography Features
Vivo introduces AI creativity with the Four Seasons feature that changes photos’ ambiance across four types of weather: spring, summer, fall, and winter. The edits look natural and refined. Additional tools include Magic Move to shift object positions and AI Image Expander to widen photo framing without obvious editing artifacts.

The phone’s AI Caption feature can translate foreign video subtitles into Indonesian, aiding users who watch educational content from international sources. These AI enhancements maximize the capabilities of Vivo’s strong camera hardware.

Price and Market Positioning
The Vivo V60’s price starts from approximately Rp6,999,000 to Rp8,500,000, translating roughly to $450 to $545 USD depending on RAM and storage configurations. This marks a slight increase of about $33 USD from the V50’s price, indicating a move into premium smartphone territory rather than mid-range.

Its competitors include flagship killers and premium devices within the same price bracket. The V60 appeals strongly to consumers wanting a high-quality telephoto camera under $450, combined with excellent battery life, fast charging, and Vivo’s well-regarded customer service.

The Vivo V60 solidifies itself as a strong contender in the affordable premium segment with its innovative camera system, impressive performance, and robust battery. Buyers seeking flagship-like features below $500 now have a compelling new option in the Indonesian market.