vivo has launched the all-new vivo S2, signaling the official return of its S Series lineup to the Indian market, as it had announced. Positioned in the premium mid-range segment, the new device blends aesthetic craftsmanship, upgraded imaging capabilities, and hardware performance tailored for modern consumers.
Design and Display
The vivo S2 debuts in three distinct color finishes: Silk White, Sapphire Blue, and Regal Bronze, each utilizing specialized textures and metallic effects.
- Form Factor: The smartphone features an elevated camera module design, measures 7.99 mm in thickness, and weighs 197 grams.
- Display: Up front, the device houses a 17.35 cm (6.83-inch) 3D Curved AMOLED display featuring: 1.5K Ultra HD resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, Up to 3,000 nits local peak brightness
- Audio: Visuals are complemented by Symmetrical Dual Speakers designed to provide balanced sound output across media and calls.
Camera System and Imaging Features
Targeted at creators and everyday photography, the vivo S2 supports 4K video recording on both its front and rear camera setups, alongside a Dual View Video feature for simultaneous front-and-rear filming.
- Rear Camera: 50 MP main sensor powered by Sony.
- Front Camera: 32 MP selfie shooter.
- Camera Modes: Includes Night, Portrait, Panorama, Ultra HD Document, Slo-mo, Time-lapse, Supermoon, Pro, Food, and Dual View.
- AI Enhancements: Features AI Erase 2.0 to eliminate background distractions and enhance image clarity.
Performance, Battery, and Durability
Under the hood, the vivo S2 is engineered to support heavy everyday multitasking and extended media usage.
- Processor & Memory: Powered by the 4 nm MediaTek Dimensity 7360-Turbo octa-core processor (clock speeds up to 2.5 GHz), scoring up to 970,000 on AnTuTu benchmark tests. It comes with 8 GB RAM (plus up to 8 GB Extended RAM) and storage options of 128 GB or 256 GB.
- Cooling System: Equipped with an Ultra-Large VC Smart Cooling System featuring a 3,810 mm² vapor chamber and a total cooling area exceeding 23,000 mm².
- Battery & Charging: Houses a 7,050 mAh battery with support for 44W FlashCharge and built-in Battery Life Extender technology.
- Build Quality: The device carries IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance ratings alongside military-grade durability standards.
Software Experience: OriginOS 6
The vivo S2 runs on OriginOS 6, based on Android 16, introducing a variety of system-level productivity and connectivity tools:
- Gestures & Shortcuts: Shake & Share for local device-to-device media sharing, Origin Island for dynamic notifications, and Drag & Go for cross-app content transfers.
- AI Productivity Tools: Integrated AI Creation (for writing and summarizing), AI Captions (real-time transcription/translation), Circle to Search with Google, Google Gemini support, and AI Smart Call Assistant.
- Ecosystem Integration: Includes vivo Office Kit, enabling Screen Mirroring, File Transfer, Task Handoff, Notes Sync, and Super Clipboard across connected PC devices.
vivo S2 specifications
- 6.83-inch (1260×2800 pixels) 1.5K AMOLED screen with HDR10+, up to 120Hz refresh rate, 4320Hz PWM Dimming
- Up to 2.5GHz Octa Core MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo 4nm processor
- 8GB / 12GB LPDDR4X RAM with 256GB / 512GB (UFS 3.1) storage
- Android 16 with OriginOS 6
- Dual SIM (nano + nano)
- 50MP camera with f/1.8 aperture, 2MP depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture, 4K video recording
- 32MP front camera with f/2.0 aperture, 4K video recording
- In-display optical fingerprint sensor, infrared sensor
- USB Type-C audio, Stereo speakers
- Dust and Water resistant (IP68+IP69)
- Dimensions: 164.42×75.25×7.99mm (Sapphire Blue, Regal Bronze) / 8.1mm (Silk White); Weight: 197 g (Sapphire Blue, Regal Bronze) / 199 g (Silk White)
- 5G SA/NSA (n1/n3/n5/n8/n28B/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78 n28B/n41/n66 bands), 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 ax (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, USB Type-C 2.0
- 7050mAh (min) battery with 44W fast charging
Pricing, Availability, and Offers
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| 8 GB + 128 GB | ₹39,999 |
| 8 GB + 256 GB | ₹49,999 |
The vivo S2 will officially go on sale starting 11th August 2026 via vivo’s official website, Flipkart, Amazon, and partner retail outlets across India.
Introductory Launch Offers
Mainline (Offline Stores)
- Up to 10% Instant Cashback via major card issuers (SBI Card, IDFC FIRST Bank, DBS, YES BANK, HDFC BANK, BOBCARD & UPI).
- Up to 15 Months Zero Down Payment schemes through select partners.
- Up to 10% V-Upgrade Exchange Bonus.
- Flat 40% off on V-Shield screen damage protection (starting @ ₹960).
- 1 Year Free Extended Warranty.
- Jio Offer: 5,000 GB Cloud Storage for 18 months with free access to Google Gemini Pro.
Online Retailers
- Up to 10% Instant Bank Discount with select banks (HDFC Bank, State Bank of India, Axis Bank).
- Up to 10% Exchange Bonus.
- Up to 15 Months No Cost EMI (NCEMI).
- 1 Year Free Extended Warranty.
- Jio Offer: 5,000 GB Cloud Storage for 18 months with free access to Google Gemini Pro.
Commenting on the launch, Geetaj Channana, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, vivo India, said:
The smartphone market has evolved significantly, with young consumers increasingly seeking premium experiences without stepping into flagship price segments. The return of the S Series reflects our response to this shift. The vivo S2 has been thoughtfully crafted for young consumers who value style, creativity, intelligent experiences, and meaningful innovation.