Both the vivo X90 and vivo X90 Pro were announced in November 2022 and launched in India in April 2023. They share the same Dimensity 9200 chip and 6.78-inch AMOLED display, but differ meaningfully in camera hardware — the Pro upgrades to a 50 MP 1-inch Sony IMX989 main sensor and a 50 MP telephoto — and adds 50W wireless charging and IP68 water resistance.
| Component | vivo X90 | vivo X90 Pro | What it means |
|---|
| Launch date | 26 April 2023 (India) | 26 April 2023 (India) | Both launched in India simultaneously |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9200 (4 nm) | MediaTek Dimensity 9200 (4 nm) | Identical chip on both |
| Operating system | Android 13, Funtouch OS 13 | Android 13, Funtouch OS 13 | Same software experience |
| SIM slots | Dual SIM (Nano) | Dual SIM (Nano) | Both support two physical SIMs |
| Network | 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G | 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G | Full network support on both |
How does performance compare between the vivo X90 and X90 Pro?
Both phones use the same Dimensity 9200 chip and Immortalis-G715 MC11 GPU, so raw performance is identical. The Pro's higher AnTuTu score is largely attributable to its higher RAM configuration in tested units rather than any chip difference.
| Component | vivo X90 | vivo X90 Pro | What it means |
|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9200 (4 nm) | Dimensity 9200 (4 nm) | Identical performance on both |
| GPU | Immortalis-G715 MC11 | Immortalis-G715 MC11 | Same graphics performance |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB | Same RAM options |
| AnTuTu | ~1,228,000 | ~1,228,000–1,781,000 | Effectively the same chip; score varies by RAM config |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB | 256 GB / 512 GB | X90 offers a 128 GB entry option; Pro starts at 256 GB |
| Security | In-display optical fingerprint | In-display optical fingerprint | Same biometrics |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass | Same core sensors |
| Audio | Stereo speakers | Stereo speakers | Comparable audio output |
| Water resistance | None | IP68 | Pro survives submersion up to 1.5 m for 30 min |
➜ Pro tip: If you are choosing between these two purely on performance, there is no difference — the chip is identical. The Pro's premium is entirely about camera hardware, wireless charging, and IP68 protection.
How do the displays compare?
Both phones share an identical 6.78-inch AMOLED panel at 1260 × 2800 pixels and 120 Hz refresh rate. The display specs are effectively the same — the meaningful differences between these phones lie elsewhere.
| Component | vivo X90 | vivo X90 Pro | What it means |
|---|
| Screen size | 6.78 inch | 6.78 inch | Identical screen size |
| Screen resolution | 1260 × 2800 pixels | 1260 × 2800 pixels | Same resolution on both |
| Aspect ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | Same proportions |
| Pixel density | 452–453 PPI | 453 PPI | Effectively the same sharpness |
| Display type | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | Same panel type and refresh rate |
| Peak brightness | 1,300 nits | 1,300 nits | Same outdoor visibility |
| Screen protection | Schott Xensation α | Not publicly confirmed | Both use premium glass |
| HDR | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | Same HDR standard |
How do the cameras compare?
This is where the two phones diverge most significantly. The X90 carries a 50 MP main camera with a 1/1.49" sensor; the Pro upgrades to a 50.3 MP camera with a massive 1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor — the same sensor found in the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — which captures dramatically more light. The Pro also replaces the X90's 12 MP telephoto with a 50 MP 2x telephoto unit.
| Component | vivo X90 | vivo X90 Pro | What it means |
|---|
| Camera setup | Triple | Triple | Same number of lenses |
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.75, 1/1.49" Sony IMX758, OIS | 50.3 MP, f/1.8, 1-inch Sony IMX989, OIS | Pro's 1-inch sensor captures far more light |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.0, 2x optical zoom | 50 MP, f/1.6, 2x optical zoom, OIS | Pro has a dramatically better telephoto |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.0, AF | 12 MP, f/2.2, AF | Standard X90 has a slightly wider aperture |
| Flash | LED | LED | Same flash type |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.45 | 32 MP, f/2.0 | Pro's selfie camera has a wider aperture |
| Video | 4K @ 30/60 fps | 4K @ 30/60 fps | Same max video resolution |
| Zeiss optics | Yes, Zeiss T* coating | Yes, Zeiss T* coating | Both carry Zeiss optical coating |
➜ Pro tip: The X90 Pro's 1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor is a significant hardware advantage over the standard X90's 1/1.49" sensor. In low light, portrait photography, and any scenario requiring deep background blur, the Pro delivers noticeably better results.
How do connectivity specs compare?
Both phones share the same core connectivity. No meaningful differences here.
| Component | vivo X90 | vivo X90 Pro | What it means |
|---|
| SIM size | Dual Nano SIM | Dual Nano SIM | Both support two physical SIMs |
| Network support | 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G | 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G | Full network compatibility |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes | HD voice calls on Jio, Airtel, Vi |
| SIM 1 / SIM 2 | 5G / 5G | 5G / 5G | Both SIM slots are 5G-enabled |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Both support contactless payments |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | Same wireless audio standard |
How do batteries and charging speeds compare?
The Pro has a marginally larger battery at 4,870 mAh versus the X90's 4,810 mAh — a negligible real-world difference. The key distinction is wireless charging: the Pro supports 50W wireless charging, while the X90 is wired-only. Both support 120W fast wired charging.
| Component | vivo X90 | vivo X90 Pro | What it means |
|---|
| Capacity | 4,810 mAh | 4,870 mAh | Marginally larger cell on the Pro |
| Type | Li-Po | Li-Po | Same battery chemistry |
| Wired charging | 120 W | 120 W | Both hit 50% in approximately 8 minutes |
| Wireless charging | No | 50 W | Pro adds fast wireless charging |
| Reverse charging | Yes | Yes | Both can charge accessories |
➜ Pro tip: Both phones charge to 50% in around 8 minutes with 120W wired charging — some of the fastest charging available on any phone. If you are always near a cable, the wireless charging difference matters less.