Is a 200MP main camera a genuine leap?

A jump from 50MP to 200MP if confirmed would be enormous for the S series. But 200MP typically pixel-bins to 50MP in normal lighting. The real difference shows in bright daylight and digital cropping situations.

When does vivo S60 launch in China?

No official date yet. The vivo S50 launched in December 2025 — if S60 follows the same six-month cycle, expect it around June 2026.

Will vivo V80 reach Middle East markets?

The vivo V series has a presence in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Kuwait. The V80 as the global version of S60 is expected to reach these markets a few months after the China launch.

What's the difference between S60 and S60 Pro Mini?

S60 is the standard larger model. S60 Pro Mini is the compact variant — historically the Pro Mini in the S series offers higher specs in a smaller body at a higher price. Details revealed at launch.

Is Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 sufficient in 2026?

The 8s Gen 3 is a proven performer across 2025-2026. Not the newest chip but delivers very good performance with excellent power efficiency at this price segment.

vivo S60 Officially Teased — Ocean Wave-Inspired Design With 200MP Camera, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 and IP69 Coming Soon to China

vivo S60 — Summer Inspires vivo's Most Distinctive S-Series Design Yet

The vivo S50 series was announced back in December, and we are now getting our first set of info for its successors. The upcoming S60 series is now being teased in China, where vivo Product Manager Han Boxiao shared images of the vanilla S60 model. The images show the side and back profile of the device, and it seems like it will have an aluminum frame and a triple camera setup.

The Inspiration — Summer Ocean

According to Han Boxiao, the vivo S60 series uses a silver-white rear panel inspired by sunlight reflecting on ocean waves during summer. He said the light patterns on the back panel shift as the phone moves, creating a shimmering effect. The company also mentioned a large integrated cold-carved glass rear panel designed to provide a smoother and more premium in-hand feel.

Leaked Specifications

Display: 6.59-inch flat AMOLED panel with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.

Processor: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 — the same chip as its predecessor, maintaining performance continuity.

Camera — The Major Upgrade: The main camera is rumored to receive a significant upgrade to a 200MP sensor — a massive improvement over the 50MP shooter on the S50. A 50MP telephoto lens is also being discussed.

Durability and Battery: IP69 dust and water resistance and a larger battery capacity.

S60 Pro Mini — Absent From the Teaser

The teaser did not provide any details on the S60 Pro Mini. But leaks suggest the Pro Mini will also support the external telephoto extender accessory like the standard model.

Special Anime Edition

vivo is also said to be planning a collaboration with a popular Chinese anime IP for one of the phone's color variants.

Global Name — vivo V80

According to rumors, the vivo S60 could launch globally under a different name, with expectations pointing to a rebrand as the vivo V80.

Last year's vivo S50 Pro Mini arrived globally as the vivo X300 FE. Based on that strategy, the vivo S60 Pro Mini could later debut as the vivo X500 FE sometime during the first half of 2027 for the global market.