Same Vivo S60 Chipset, New Generation
Vivo’s upcoming S60 has appeared on Geekbench with a familiar heart: Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, the same processor used in the previous Vivo S50. The listing, tied to model number V2571A, confirms a CPU layout of one prime core at 3.01GHz, four performance cores at 2.80GHz, and three efficiency cores at 2.02GHz, paired with an Adreno 735 GPU. On the software side, the phone is set to ship with Android 16 and configurations up to 16GB of RAM. This hardware combination underscores that the new generation is not about raw silicon upgrades, but about what Vivo can build around a proven platform. The S60, along with an S60 Vitality Edition, is scheduled to debut on May 29, positioning the series as an evolutionary refresh rather than a ground-up rethinking.
Geekbench Performance Scores: Still Flagship-Class Power
Despite using last year’s chipset, the Vivo S60’s Geekbench performance scores show it is hardly underpowered. The device records 1,960 points in single-core and 5,194 points in multi-core tests, aligning with what users would expect from an upper-tier Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 device. For everyday use, these numbers suggest fluid multitasking, strong app launch speeds, and sufficient headroom for gaming and content creation. The pairing with up to 16GB RAM should further reduce bottlenecks in demanding workloads. While some enthusiasts may have hoped for a new-generation Snapdragon, the benchmark results indicate that the S60 is still competitive on CPU performance. The question, then, is whether maintaining this level of power is enough to justify a generational label when rivals may lean on newer chipsets to signal progress.
Why Vivo May Have Kept the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
Sticking with the same Vivo S60 chipset looks conservative, but it can be a strategic phone upgrade decision. Reusing Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 lets Vivo refine thermals, power management, and software tuning around hardware it already understands well, instead of wrestling with a fresh platform. This is especially relevant given rumours of a large 7,200mAh battery and 90W fast charging, where stability and efficiency are critical. It also opens room to invest in other components, such as the display, camera stack, or durability features, while keeping development complexity in check. From a marketing standpoint, the 8s Gen 3 label still carries a premium image, even if it is no longer new. The trade-off is perception: some buyers equate a new generation with a new chip, and Vivo will need to convince them that optimization can rival outright silicon upgrades.
Design, Features and the Role of the Vitality Edition
Beyond the chipset, the Vivo S60 aims to differentiate through hardware features and design. Leaks point to a 6.59-inch OLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, plus IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance—uncommon perks in this class. A triple rear camera with a 50MP main sensor and a Sony IMX-series periscope telephoto, ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, X-axis linear motor, IR blaster, and a 7,200mAh battery with 90W charging all suggest a feature-rich package. The S60 Vitality Edition is expected to share the core experience but start at 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, positioning it as the more accessible alternative. Together, the two models hint that Vivo is using a stable chipset foundation to create a tightly tiered lineup built on design, endurance, and camera versatility.