After weeks of rumours, Vivo has officially launched its new compact flagship in China: the Vivo S50 Pro Mini. Don’t let the small footprint fool you, this phone packs a spec sheet that has nothing to envy the giants of the market.
So why does this launch matter so much to us? Simple: there is a strong chance this phone will reach Europe under the name Vivo X300 FE.
A rethought, ultra-thin design
Vivo has given the design a major overhaul. Unlike its predecessor, the S50 Pro Mini adopts a raised horizontal camera module, a look that clearly echoes the iPhone Air.
The build is premium, with a flat glass back and an aerospace-grade metal frame. And the whole package stays remarkably compact: just 8.1 mm thick for a weight of 192 grams. On top of that, it carries dual IP68 and IP69 certification for maximum resistance to water and dust.
Up front sits a flat 6.31-inch AMOLED display. That’s small by today’s standards, but the quality is all there: 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate and an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint reader.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and a record-breaking battery
Under the bonnet, this thing is a monster. The phone is driven by Qualcomm’s brand-new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. That’s a huge performance jump over the previous generation’s Dimensity 9300+.
Even more impressive is the battery. Despite the small form factor, Vivo has managed to squeeze in a massive 6500 mAh cell. It supports 90W wired Fast Charging and 40W wireless charging.
A versatile camera system
Vivo hasn’t sacrificed photography on the altar of compactness. The S50 Pro Mini offers a well-rounded triple rear camera:
- Main: 50 MP (1/1.56-inch, OIS).
- Periscope telephoto: 50 MP (Sony IMX882) with 3x optical zoom.
- Ultra-wide: 8 MP.
At the front, a 50 MP camera handles selfies.
Price and availability
The Vivo S50 Pro Mini is available in China in three colours: Confession White, Inspiration Purple and Deep Space Black.
The starting price is set at:
- 12 GB + 256 GB: 3,699 yuan (around €485 excluding tax).
Conclusion
The Vivo S50 Pro Mini proves you can have a compact phone without giving up power or endurance. With its Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip and 6500 mAh battery, it looks set to become a benchmark. If Vivo confirms its arrival on our shelves as the Vivo X300 FE, it could well become the ultimate Android compact of 2026. Our catalogue brings together the phones in the Vivo range, not forgetting the cases designed for Vivo.
