After launching the Vivo V5 recently, Vivo has now unveiled two new smartphones in its X-series lineup: Vivo X9 Plus and Vivo X9 launch promises significant upgrades. Let’s check them out now.

Vivo X9 Plus and Vivo X9 launch: specs comparison

Vivo X9 Plus is X9’s stronger and larger variant, though in terms of design it still looks exactly like the X9. Vivo X9  is powered by a 2GHz Octa-Core Snapdragon 625 processor while Vivo X9 Plus is more powerful with Octa Core Snapdragon 653 processor. X9 and X9 Plus offer 4GB RAM and 6GB RAM, respectively. Besides, both phones have two options of internal memory: 64GB or 128GB and unfortunately, there is no microSD card slot to expend the memory capacity.

On the other hand, X9 features a 5.5-inch,  and the others is larger with 5.88-inch, full HD 1080p Super AMOLED display. Regarding the camera, they do sound quite impressive, both the devices may be the best selfie smartphones with dual  20MP and 8MP front-facing camera and the back also sports a 16-megapixel rear camera with a LED flash.

The device supports a variety of connectivity options such as dual-SIM, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm audio jack, Bluetooth 4.2, and GPS. Furthermore, X9 Plus features a 4000mAh battery cell while the other just has 3050mAh battery capacity and both supports  quick charging technology. The dimensions and weight of the X9 Plus have yet to be revealed but it will definitely bigger than X9’s (152.6 x 74 x 6.99 mm, 199g). Vivo X9 and X9 Plus may both offer 2 color variants: Gold and Rose Gold.

Vivo X9 Plus and Vivo X9 launch: price and availability

Vivo X9 launch announced the availability for pre-order in China since November 17 at price $406 (about RM 1765) for a 64GB one and $435 (about RM 1891) for the 128GB ROM version. As for the X9 Plus, Vivo has promised to reveal more info on availability and pricing on December 26. However, the device would go on sale via online and offline channels as well. Stay tuned with us for more information.