Vivo 50 Official Launch: Can It Beat the Oppo Reno 13 Series?

Today, Vivo officially launched its new smartphone, the Vivo 50. But the real question is: can this device challenge the Oppo Reno 13 series? In my opinion, it definitely cannot, and there are several reasons behind that.

Firstly, the processor in the Vivo 50 is not a new or powerful upgrade. You’re getting an older processor, which is a major setback for Vivo, especially when you compare it to the Oppo Reno 13 series, which features the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chip. This chip has a clock speed of up to 3.35 GHz, which puts it far ahead of Vivo 50’s processor. As a result, Oppo’s phone will naturally perform better.

Another downside of the Vivo 50 is the absence of a periscope or telephoto lens, while the Oppo Reno 13 Pro offers these features. These lenses are essential for photography enthusiasts, and Vivo’s omission of them puts their flagship device at a disadvantage.

Furthermore, when we talk about connectivity, the Reno 13 Pro supports eSIM, but Vivo 50 does not. This feature is incredibly useful for people who use multiple numbers or travel internationally, and Vivo missed the opportunity to include it.

Now, let’s talk about pricing:

• Vivo 50 (8GB + 128GB): ₹34,999
• Vivo 50 (8GB + 256GB): ₹36,999
• Vivo 50 (12GB + 512GB): ₹40,999

Considering the pricing, Vivo 50 is positioned as a premium device, but with the missing features and older processor, it’s tough to justify its cost, especially when compared to the competition.

So, if we compare both phones overall, the Oppo Reno 13 series is ahead of the Vivo 50 in terms of performance, features, and connectivity. Vivo needs to add something new and unique to its devices if it wants to compete with Oppo’s strong offerings.