Redefining Thin Smartphones With Flagship-Grade Battery Life
The Vivo S60 series is a pair of slim smartphones that combine a 7200 mAh battery, 90W fast charging and a 144Hz AMOLED display in a chassis under 8mm thick to challenge the usual trade-off between battery life and thin smartphone design. Vivo shaped the S60 and S60e around a large-capacity cell while keeping dimensions to 157.52 x 74.33 x 7.92mm for the S60, which remains compact considering its power pack. According to PCQuest, the S60’s 7200 mAh battery is “one of the biggest-capacity batteries currently available in a mainstream smartphone,” shifting attention from raw charging speed to how rarely users must recharge. Both phones share LPDDR5X memory support, up to 512GB storage, IP68/IP69 protection, and features like an in-display ultrasonic fingerprint reader and dual stereo speakers, positioning them as practical all-day devices rather than spec-sheet showpieces.
7200 mAh Battery and 90W Fast Charging: Endurance Without Bulk
Vivo’s main breakthrough is fitting a 7200 mAh battery into an ultra-thin frame while still offering 90W fast charging. This combination addresses two common pain points in battery life smartphones: endurance and charging anxiety. The large capacity targets users who spend hours on video streaming, gaming, social media, or navigation, while 90W wired charging reduces downtime when the phone eventually needs a top-up. TechNetBooks reports that both the S60 and S60e carry identical 7200 mAh cells with 90W charging support, balancing the needs of heavy users and power-conscious buyers. For many, this means overnight charging is optional rather than essential, and topping up for a long commute or late-night editing session becomes a quick task. The result is a device that treats charging as an occasional maintenance step instead of a daily constraint.
8mm-Class Chassis and Power-Efficient 144Hz AMOLED Display
The S60 line shows how careful hardware choices can offset the power demands of a high-end screen. Both phones use a 6.59-inch AMOLED display at 2750 x 1260 resolution with a refresh rate up to 144Hz and HDR10+ support, aiming at entertainment and gaming without sacrificing stamina. Peak brightness reaches up to 5000 nits with 4320Hz PWM dimming to reduce eye strain during long sessions, and a 300Hz touch sampling rate keeps interactions responsive. The chassis stays below 8mm thanks to what Vivo calls a “cold-carved glass” design, keeping weight around 207g while housing the 7200 mAh battery. Efficient AMOLED technology, adaptive refresh behavior and modern chipsets like the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 or Dimensity 7500 help ensure that the lively 144Hz panel does not undo the endurance gains delivered by the oversized cell.
Creator-Focused Cameras That Take Advantage of Long Battery Life
Vivo aligns the S60 series’ extended endurance with camera hardware built for creators who shoot and edit throughout the day. Both models share a 50MP Sony IMX 882 main sensor with optical image stabilization and an 8MP ultrawide with a 110-degree field of view, plus a 50MP front camera with autofocus for high-resolution selfies and vlogs. The S60 adds a third 50MP telephoto camera based on the same Sony IMX 882 sensor with 3x optical zoom, while PCQuest notes the S60’s triple-camera system includes a telephoto lens capable of up to 100x digital zoom. With 4K video support on the front camera and ample storage options up to 512GB, the phones aim to handle shooting, editing and publishing on a single charge. The 7200 mAh battery and 90W fast charging make them practical tools for creators who need reliable all-day performance without carrying a power bank.
Positioning: Battery-Focused Mid-Rangers With Premium Touches
While the S60 and S60e sit in the mid-range segment, their design and feature mix push them closer to premium territory. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 in the S60 and the Dimensity 7500 in the S60e are paired with LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB storage, supporting demanding apps and multitasking without feeling overbuilt. Both devices include practical extras like a 3.5mm audio jack, infrared blaster, NFC and an X-axis linear motor, plus IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance. TechNetBooks notes starting prices of 2899 yuan (roughly USD 428 / approx. RM2000) for the S60e and 3599 yuan (roughly USD 530 / approx. RM2480) for the S60, framing them as value options for users prioritising battery life and display quality over raw chipset prestige. In a crowded mid-range, Vivo’s S60 series stands out by proving that a thin smartphone design can still deliver flagship-level endurance and creator-friendly hardware.