Launch Timeline and Lineup Overview
Vivo is set to unveil its new Vivo S60 series on May 29, with the event also introducing the Vivo TWS 5e earbuds. The lineup currently includes the standard Vivo S60, the Vivo S60e mentioned in early teasers, and the more affordable Vivo S60 Vitality Edition confirmed via retail listings. While a rumoured S60 Pro Mini has circulated, there is still no confirmation on its appearance at the same launch. Vivo is positioning the S60 series as a blend of design-focused hardware and imaging innovation, promising a fresh Live Photo experience and long-term software smoothness with OriginOS 6 and the Blue River Smooth Engine. Pre-bookings have already opened on major online stores, and official teasers are steadily revealing more about the phones’ display, camera system, and headline-grabbing battery and charging capabilities ahead of their market debut.
Battery, Charging and Performance Hardware
The standout specification of the Vivo S60 series is its enormous 7,200mAh battery, a capacity that pushes beyond typical mainstream flagships. This sizeable cell is paired with 90W fast charging, which should significantly reduce top-up times despite the large battery size. Under the hood, the standard Vivo S60 is tipped to run on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, aligning the series with upper-tier performance standards and enabling demanding tasks such as 4K capture and intensive multitasking. Vivo also highlights stereo dual speakers and an X-axis linear motor for improved haptics, plus an IR blaster for added utility. Together, these features suggest a device tuned for media consumption and all-day use, with the powerful processor and charging solution designed to keep up with heavy workloads and content creation without frequent charging interruptions.
Beach-Inspired Design, Colours and Durability
Vivo’s design language for the S60 series is inspired by seaside aesthetics, centring on a new silver-white finish that mimics summer sea reflections and creates a flowing light effect as the phone is tilted. Beyond this hero colour, both the Vivo S60 and S60 Vitality Edition will be available in three finishes: Starry Sea, Early Summer Green and Midsummer Night, giving users a choice between bright seasonal tones and a deeper, evening-inspired shade. Official images show a flat display with a clean, minimalist rear panel and a prominent circular camera module. The series also prioritises durability and daily practicality, with IP68/IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance, offering robust protection in harsher conditions. An ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner promises rapid authentication, with Vivo claiming unlock times as low as 0.1 seconds and fingerprint registration in just one second.
Cameras, 4K Live Photo and Starlight Live Imaging
Imaging is another major focus of the Vivo S60 series. The standard model is expected to feature a triple rear camera array led by a 50-megapixel main sensor and a Sony IMX8-series periscope telephoto lens, housed in a circular module. Vivo is heavily promoting its new Live Photo experience, which supports direct 4K Live Photo output. The company says it has overhauled processing efficiency, memory management and frame-rate temperature control to reduce overheating and performance drops during high-resolution capture. A new Starlight Live feature can automatically detect bright highlights in a scene to enhance atmosphere and overall visual quality for both photos and videos. These software-driven enhancements, combined with the periscope telephoto hardware and Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processing power, position the S60 series as a compelling option for users who prioritise creative shooting and reliable low-light performance.
Display, Storage Options and User Experience
The Vivo S60 is expected to ship with a 6.59-inch OLED display offering a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, aiming to balance sharpness with smooth scrolling and animations. On the software side, the series will run OriginOS 6 with Vivo’s Blue River Smooth Engine, which the company claims can deliver up to five years of long-lasting smooth performance. Storage and memory configurations are generous: both the S60 and S60 Vitality Edition will be available in 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB variants. The standard S60 further adds a top-end 16GB+512GB option for power users, while the Vitality Edition introduces a more accessible 8GB+256GB base model. Combined with stereo speakers, support for magnetic accessories, and the previously mentioned durability and biometric security, these specifications suggest a user experience tailored for demanding multimedia use and long-term reliability.