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vivo X5

Available. Released 2014 143.3  x  71.1  x  6.3 mm Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
vivo X5

RM 599.00

Source last updated 24 Jan 2017 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.

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Mediatek MT6572Chipset 16 GB, 2 GB RAMRAM & Storage 13 MP, 4128 x 3096 pixels, autofocus, LED flashRear Camera Non-removable Li-Ion 2250 mAh batteryBattery

Specs here reflect a 2014 release, so this is a budget entry-level device by today's standards. The vivo X5 runs on an octa-core 1.7GHz Cortex-A53 chipset paired with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage, expandable via microSD up to 128GB. Its 5-inch IPS LCD screen keeps things compact at 141g and just 6.3mm thick, and it runs Android 4.4.2 KitKat with vivo's Funtouch OS layered on top.

Camera-wise, you get a 13MP rear shooter with autofocus and LED flash, plus a 5MP front camera for basic selfies. Features like HDR, panorama, and touch focus are onboard too, though video tops out at 1080p and 30fps. A 2250mAh battery handles the power side; it's a modest capacity but matched to the smaller screen and older chipset it needs to run.

vivo X5 price in Malaysia starts from RM599, and it comes in White. Connectivity covers dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, and LTE, so it still handles the basics even if the hardware feels dated next to newer releases.

Full Specifications

Release

Release Status
Available. Released 2014

Performance

Processor
Octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53
Chipset
Mediatek MT6572
RAM & Storage
16 GB, 2 GB RAM
External Storage
microSD, up to 128 GB
OS
Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
Battery
Non-removable Li-Ion 2250 mAh battery

Screen

Display size
5.0 inches (~67.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Display type
IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Multitouch
Yes
\- Funtouch OS

Body

Dimension
143.3  x  71.1  x  6.3 mm
Weight
141 g (4.97 oz)
Colors
White

Connectivity

SIM
Dual SIM ( X5v, X5s)/ Single SIM (X5L)
Data Speed
CDMA, LTE
Wifi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
v4.0
USB
microUSB v2.0, USB Host
GPS
Yes, with A-GPS
Radio
TBC

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Camera & Video

Rear Camera
13 MP, 4128 x 3096 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
Front Camera
5 MP
Video
1080p@30fps
Features
Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR

Audio

Loud Speaker
Yes
Sound Jack
Yes
\- Hi-Fi
Sound Type
Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones

Frequently asked questions

Does the vivo X5 support 5G?

Based on its listed network specs (CDMA, LTE), the vivo X5 does not support 5G.

How much RAM and storage does the vivo X5 have?

The vivo X5 comes with 16 GB, 2 GB RAM.

What's the battery capacity of the vivo X5?

The vivo X5 has a Non-removable Li-Ion 2250 mAh battery battery.

Is the vivo X5 still available in Malaysia?

Yes, the vivo X5 is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Available. Released 2014).

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