Vivo has expanded its S50 lineup with the launch of the Vivo S50 Pro Mini, and despite the “Mini” branding, this is the true flagship of the series. The phone combines a compact form factor with top-tier hardware, including Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and a surprisingly large 6,500mAh battery—a rare combo in this size category.
With premium build quality, flagship-grade performance, and a versatile camera setup, the Vivo S50 Pro Mini aims to redefine what a compact smartphone can offer. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the Vivo S50 Pro Mini specifications, features, and its expected price in Nepal.
Vivo S50 Pro Mini Overview
Design and Display
The Vivo S50 Pro Mini adopts a slightly different design language compared to the regular S50. Instead of the vertically aligned camera layout, the Pro Mini features a horizontally stacked rear camera module, giving it a clean and premium look—somewhat reminiscent of Apple’s newer design approach.
The phone comes with a flat glass back panel paired with aerospace-grade metal frame sides. Despite packing a massive battery, it remains impressively slim at 8.1mm and weighs just 192 grams. Durability is another strong point here, as Vivo has equipped the device with both IP68 and IP69 ratings, ensuring excellent protection against water and dust.
On the front, you get a 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution (2,640 × 1,216 pixels). It supports a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, 4,320Hz PWM dimming for improved eye comfort, and can reach up to 5,000 nits of peak brightness, matching the regular S50. An ultrasonic fingerprint scanner is embedded under the display for fast and secure unlocking.
The Vivo S50 Pro Mini is available in Confession White, Inspiration Purple, and Deep Space Black color options.
Performance and Software
Performance is where the Vivo S50 Pro Mini truly stands out. It is powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, built on a 3nm process, delivering flagship-level efficiency and raw power. This is a significant upgrade over the regular S50, which uses the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3.
The chipset is paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage, ensuring smooth multitasking, faster app loading, and excellent gaming performance.
Connectivity options include WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and a USB-C port. You also get stereo dual speakers and an X-axis linear motor, which provides precise and satisfying haptic feedback. On the software side, the phone runs Android 16 with Vivo’s OriginOS 6 layered on top.
Battery and Charging
One of the most impressive aspects of the Vivo S50 Pro Mini is its battery. Despite its compact size, it packs a massive 6,500mAh battery, the same capacity found in the larger S50.
Charging is even better here. The Pro Mini supports 90W wired fast charging along with 40W wireless fast charging, making it far more versatile than the regular S50, which lacks wireless charging support.
Camera System
The camera setup on the Vivo S50 Pro Mini is nearly identical to the standard S50, offering a well-rounded photography experience.
At the back, there’s a 50MP main camera with a 1/1.56-inch sensor, OIS, and an f/1.57 aperture for detailed and stable shots. It is joined by a 50MP Sony IMX882 periscope telephoto lens that supports 3x optical zoom and optical image stabilization, making it great for portraits and long-range shots.
Completing the setup is an 8MP ultra-wide camera with a 110-degree field of view and autofocus. For selfies and video calls, the phone features a 50MP front-facing camera with an f/2.0 aperture.
Vivo S50 Pro Mini Specifications
- Build & Design: 8.1mm thickness, 192g weight, metal frame, IP68 + IP69 rating
- Colors: Confession White, Inspiration Purple, Deep Space Black
- Display: 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED, 1.5K resolution (2,640 × 1,216), 120Hz refresh rate, 4,320Hz PWM dimming, up to 5,000 nits peak brightness, 94.38% screen-to-body ratio, ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3nm)
- Memory: Up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage
- Software: Android 16 with OriginOS 6
- Rear Cameras:
- 50MP main (1/1.56-inch sensor, OIS, f/1.57)
- 50MP Sony IMX882 periscope telephoto (3x optical zoom, OIS, f/2.65)
- 8MP ultra-wide (110° FOV, f/2.2, autofocus)
- Front Camera: 50MP (f/2.0)
- Connectivity: WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C
- Battery: 6,500mAh with 90W wired fast charging and 40W wireless charging
Vivo S50 Pro Mini Price in Nepal and Availability
The Vivo S50 Pro Mini has officially launched in China with a starting price of CNY 3,699. If and when it makes its way to Nepal, we expect the Vivo S50 Pro Mini price in Nepal to start at around NPR 86,999 or higher, depending on storage variants and local taxes.
| Vivo S50 Pro Mini | Price in Nepal |
|---|---|
| 12/256GB | NPR 86,999 |
| 12/512GB | NPR 92,999 |
| 16/512GB | NPR 98,999 |
