vivo · Reviewed by Trakin Tech · Published 2026-04-15
Based on a review by Trakin Tech (accessed 2026-04-15).
Based on this review alone: buy it if you care about high value for money quotient — just accept slightly on the heavier side (214g).
The reviewer concludes that the Vivo T5 Pro marks a shift in focus for Vivo, prioritizing the display, multimedia experience, and a significantly larger battery (20-25% increase) over the camera, which was a previous highlight. They emphasize the display and battery as the standout features.
This review provides an unboxing and first look at the Vivo T5 Pro, covering its design, key specifications like battery and display, performance aspects, and camera capabilities. The reviewer also compares some features to its predecessor, the T4 Pro, and discusses pricing and availability.
The Vivo T5 Pro is an excellent value-for-money smartphone, prioritizing an immersive multimedia experience and exceptional battery life over raw performance. Its large 6.83-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display with thin bezels and loud stereo speakers make it ideal for consuming content, complemented by a substantial 9020mAh battery that charges to 50% in just 36-37 minutes. However, the phone is a bit heavy at 214g and lacks an SD card slot, limiting expandable storage. If you primarily seek a device for extended multimedia consumption and long battery life without frequent charging, this phone is a strong contender. If expandable storage or top-tier camera flexibility, like a telephoto lens, are crucial, you might need to consider other options.
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The box contains the Vivo T5 Pro phone, a 90W USB Type A fast charger, a USB Type A to Type C charging cable, a clear case, documentation, and a SIM card tool.
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The phone has a traditional design with flat sides and a back that reflects light, giving it a decent look. The in-hand feel is good, and it comes in two colors.
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The Vivo T5 Pro features a 9020mAh battery, which is a significant 20-25% increase compared to the T4 Pro's 6500mAh battery.
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Despite having a large battery, the phone's weight is measured at 214g, which is slightly on the heavier side but reasonable for a 9000mAh battery phone.
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The reviewer performs a mock drop test from 3.5-4 feet onto a wooden surface, showing no damage to the phone, although noting it's not a metal surface.
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The phone has a dual nano SIM card slot but no SD card slot, meaning no expandable storage beyond the internal options.
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The Vivo T5 Pro features a 6.83-inch 1.5K resolution 144Hz flat AMOLED display with very thin, uniform bezels. It offers 5000 nits peak brightness and 2000 nits in HBM mode, ensuring clear visibility even outdoors.
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The phone is equipped with stereo speakers that are described as loud and of good quality, contributing to an amazing video viewing experience.
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The T5 Pro uses the SD 7s Gen 4 processor, the same as the T4 Pro. However, the ROM type has been upgraded from UFS 2.2 to UFS 3.1.
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The phone's AnTuTu score is reported to be between 1.1 and 1.2 million, indicating its performance level.
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The phone handles games well, supporting BGMI at 90FPS, COD Mobile at 120FPS, and many games like Clash of Clans and Brawl Stars at 144Hz for a super smooth experience.
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The Vivo T5 Pro incorporates a 7000mm² vapor cooling chamber to keep thermals in check during long sessions, preventing the phone from getting too hot.
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The 90W fast charger allows the phone to charge up to 50% in approximately 36-37 minutes, providing a full day's battery life with about 35-40 minutes of charging.
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The phone features a dual camera setup at the back with a 50MP primary sensor (Sony IMX882) and a 2MP depth sensor, along with a 32MP selfie sensor at the front. There is no telephoto lens this year.
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The 32MP selfie camera is highlighted as being much better than the rear camera, producing good skin tones, colors, hair strands, and clarity based on sample photos.
The Vivo T5 Pro comes with a 6.83-inch 1.5K resolution 144Hz flat AMOLED display that has 5000 nits peak brightness. It is powered by a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor, includes a large 9020mAh battery with 90W fast charging, and has a 50MP primary camera with a 32MP selfie camera. It also features stereo speakers, UFS 3.1 storage, WiFi 6, and IP68-69 certification.
The phone is equipped with a massive 9020mAh battery, which is a significant upgrade from its predecessor and is expected to last for 1.5 to 2 days on a full charge. For charging, it supports 90W fast charging, capable of replenishing 50% of the battery in a quick 36-37 minutes.
The Vivo T5 Pro is suitable for gaming, supporting high refresh rates and frame rates in popular titles. It can run BGMI at 90FPS, COD Mobile at 120FPS, and other games at 144Hz for a smooth experience. Furthermore, it includes a 7000mm² vapor cooling chamber to prevent the phone from overheating during long gaming sessions, ensuring stable performance.
The phone features a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor, and a 32MP selfie camera. While the primary sensor is good in normal conditions, the reviewer highlights the selfie camera as significantly better, delivering impressive skin tones, colors, hair detail, and overall clarity.
Compared to the T4 Pro, the T5 Pro features a much larger 9020mAh battery (up from 6500mAh) and a bigger 6.83-inch flat display (up from 6.67-inch quad curved). It also upgrades the ROM type to UFS 3.1 from UFS 2.2, offering faster storage. The processor, however, remains the same Snapdragon 7s Gen 4. The overall focus has shifted more towards the display, multimedia, and battery.
The Vivo T5 Pro features a dual nano SIM card slot but explicitly lacks an SD card slot. This means there is no option for expandable storage; users must rely on the internal storage variants (e.g., 128GB base).
The Vivo T5 Pro is priced at an effective Rs 27,999 for the 8GB RAM with 128GB storage variant, which is stated to be the same price as its predecessor, the T4.
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The Vivo T5 Pro is unboxed, revealing a 90W fast charger, USB-C cable, clear case, and SIM tool. The phone features a traditional design with flat sides, good in-hand feel, and a shield glass back. Key specifications include a large 9020mAh battery with 90W fast charging, a 6.83-inch 1.5K 144Hz flat AMOLED display with thin bezels and 5000 nits peak brightness, and stereo speakers. Performance is driven by the SD 7s Gen 4 processor, achieving 1.1-1.2 million AnTuTu scores, and supporting high FPS gaming with a 7000mm² vapor cooling chamber. The camera setup includes a 50MP main and 32MP selfie sensor, with the selfie camera being particularly praised for clarity and skin tones. The phone runs Origin OS 6 (Android 16), has IP68/69 certification, and offers 3 years of major updates.
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