Vivo launched the V27 Pro in India in March 2023 as a fashion-forward phone with a colour-changing rear panel that shifted shade under sunlight. The V-series has always prioritised design and selfie cameras, and the V27 Pro followed that formula while adding a capable Dimensity 8200 chip. It competed with the Oppo Reno 8 Pro, OnePlus 11R and Samsung Galaxy A54.
The 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display at 120Hz is vivid and immersive, and the slim body feels light for its size. Dimensity 8200 provides strong performance that comfortably handles gaming and multitasking, better than the Exynos chip in the Galaxy A54. Funtouch OS 13 on Android 13 offered plenty of customisation, but reviewers continued to note duplicated apps and preinstalled software.
The 50 MP Sony IMX766V main camera with OIS performs well, and Vivo's Aura light ring helps with portraits at night. The 8 MP ultrawide and 2 MP macro are secondary. A 50 MP autofocus selfie camera remains a V-series strength. The 4,600 mAh battery with 66W charging gets through a day. Against the OnePlus 11R, it offered a nicer design and selfie camera but less raw performance.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 37,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | March 2023 |
| Segment | Upper mid-range |
| Display | 6.78-inch, Curved AMOLED, 120Hz, 1080 x 2400 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP Sony IMX766V main with OIS + 8 MP ultrawide + 2 MP macro |
| Front camera | 50 MP |
| Battery | 4600 mAh |
| Charging | 66W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 13, Funtouch OS 13 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Colours | Magic Blue, Noble Black |
What we like
- Colour-changing back is eye-catching
- Strong Dimensity 8200 performance
- 50 MP autofocus selfie camera
- Slim and light design
What could be better
- Smaller 4,600 mAh battery
- Weak ultrawide and macro cameras
- Bloatware in Funtouch OS
Who should buy it
Style-conscious users who take lots of selfies and want solid performance.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (March 2023). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.