The smartphone market has just witnessed a major disruption with the official launch of the Vivo V70 series. Today, February 19, 2026, Vivo unveiled its latest flagship killers, the Vivo V70 and the Vivo V70 Elite, in a high profile event in India. This new lineup marks a significant evolution for the V series, moving beyond just “selfie phones” to become true performance powerhouses. With aerospace grade builds, Zeiss optics, and massive batteries, these devices are designed to challenge the premium segment.
Stunning Design and 1.5K Ultra Clear Display
Both the Vivo V70 and V70 Elite feature a refined “Golden Grip” design that emphasizes one handed comfort. The devices utilize an aerospace grade aluminum frame, providing a premium feel and high structural integrity. One of the most striking visual features is the 1.25mm ultra narrow bezel, which Vivo claims is the thinnest in its segment.
The duo sports a 6.59 inch OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. To ensure visibility under the harshest sunlight, the panels reach a staggering peak brightness of 5000 nits. Whether you are gaming or streaming HDR10+ content, the 1.07 billion colors ensure a vivid and lifelike visual experience.
Flagship Performance with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
For the first time in the V series, Vivo is bringing flagship grade silicon to the “Elite” model. The Vivo V70 Elite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, a 4nm chipset that delivers top tier speed for multitasking and heavy gaming. The standard Vivo V70 is no slouch either, equipped with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, which offers a perfect balance of efficiency and power.
To keep things running smoothly, the series features:
- LPDDR5X RAM for lightning fast app launches
- UFS 4.1 Storage for rapid data transfer
- OriginOS 6 based on Android 16
- Six years of security updates for long term peace of mind
Professional Grade Zeiss Optics
Photography remains the soul of the Vivo V series. Both phones carry a Zeiss tuned triple rear camera setup. The star of the show is the 50MP Zeiss Night Telephoto Camera, which supports 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. This is paired with a 50MP primary sensor featuring Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and an 8MP ultra wide lens.
For selfie lovers, the 50MP front camera includes advanced autofocus and a 92 degree field of view, making it ideal for group shots. Innovative AI features like “AI Holi Portrait” and “AI Floral Blessing” allow users to add creative, culturally relevant effects to their photos automatically.
Massive 6500mAh BlueVolt Battery
One of the biggest upgrades in the 2026 models is the battery capacity. Both smartphones house a 6500mAh BlueVolt battery, yet they maintain a slim profile of just 7.59mm. This high density battery supports 90W FlashCharge, allowing users to power up quickly. According to Vivo, a full charge can support up to 40 hours of video playback or 11 hours of continuous GPS navigation.
The inclusion of an IP68 and IP69 rating means these phones are not just powerful but also incredibly durable, capable of withstanding dust and high pressure water jets.
Pricing and Availability in India
The Vivo V70 series is available for pre booking starting today, February 19, 2026, on Flipkart, Amazon, and the Vivo India store. Official sales will commence on February 26.
| Model | Variant | Price |
| Vivo V70 | 8GB + 256GB | ₹45,999 |
| Vivo V70 | 12GB + 256GB | ₹49,999 |
| Vivo V70 Elite | 8GB + 256GB | ₹51,999 |
| Vivo V70 Elite | 12GB + 256GB | ₹56,999 |
| Vivo V70 Elite | 12GB + 512GB | ₹61,999 |
The Vivo V70 comes in Passion Red and Lemon Yellow, while the V70 Elite adds sophisticated Sand Beige and Authentic Black to its palette.
