Vivo X9
A 2016 phone with a dual front camera for selfies.
The Vivo X9 is a mid-range Vivo smartphone released Nov 2016, with a launch price of $400. It pairs the Snapdragon 625 with a 5.5" AMOLED display, a 16 MP main camera and a 3,050 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 50/100 — Vivo's dual-front-cam selfie phone. Standout strengths: dual front cameras for bokeh selfies. and hi-fi audio dac. Main trade-off: slow 9 w charging.
Vivo's dual-front-cam selfie phone.
Vivo X9 was an early phone with a dual front camera setup — a 20 MP + 8 MP combo for software bokeh selfies. A strong China seller in 2016.
Read the full review- Dual front cameras for bokeh selfies.
- Hi-Fi audio DAC.
- Slim 7 mm aluminium body.
- Efficient Snapdragon 625.
Full specifications
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How the Vivo X9 compares
| Vivo X9 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Y31 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 50 | 89 | 50 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 625 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 662 |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.58" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 48 MP |
| Battery | 3,050 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $400 | $1,299 | $269 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Vivo X9 released?
The Vivo X9 was released in Nov 2016.
How much does the Vivo X9 cost?
The Vivo X9 launched at $400 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Vivo X9 screen size and type?
The Vivo X9 has a 5.5" AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Vivo X9 use?
The Vivo X9 is powered by the Snapdragon 625 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Vivo X9 have?
The Vivo X9 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Vivo X9 battery capacity?
The Vivo X9 has a 3,050 mAh battery.
How fast does the Vivo X9 charge?
The Vivo X9 supports 9 W wired charging.
What is the Vivo X9 main camera?
The Vivo X9 has a 16 MP main camera.
Does the Vivo X9 have a headphone jack?
The Vivo X9 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Vivo X9 get software updates?
The Vivo X9 update policy: To Android 7.0.
How much does the Vivo X9 weigh?
The Vivo X9 weighs 154 g.
What colours does the Vivo X9 come in?
The Vivo X9 is available in 2 colours: Gold, Rose Gold.
Is the Vivo X9 worth buying?
Vivo X9 was an early phone with a dual front camera setup — a 20 MP + 8 MP combo for software bokeh selfies. A strong China seller in 2016. SpecEagle gives the Vivo X9 an editorial score of 50/100.
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