Vivo TRX (2026) Review & Ranking: Camera, Performance, Battery, Display, Charging, Pros-Cons & Best Variant to Buy

The year 2026 has officially arrived, and with it, the “Megapixel War” has taken a back seat to something much more interesting: Total Hardware Integration. The Vivo TRX 2026 has launched in India with a jaw-dropping price tag of ₹84,999, positioning itself directly against the heavyweights from Apple and Samsung.

The real truth is, while everyone is talking about the sleek “Liquid Metal” finish, the real magic (or lack thereof) lies in how this phone handles the heavy AI load of 2026. Don’t waste your money if you’re expecting a massive leap in battery life—Vivo has prioritized “Thin-ness” over “Toughness” this year. But if you’re a mobile photographer? Buckle up, because this might just be your new best friend.

QUICK SPECS TABLE

Feature	Specification
Processor	MediaTek Dimensity 9500 (4nm Gen 3)
RAM	12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X
Storage	256GB / 512GB (UFS 4.1)
Display	6.78-inch LTPO 4.0 AMOLED (1-144Hz)
Peak Brightness	4,500 Nits
Rear Camera	200MP (Main) + 50MP (Ultra-wide) + 50MP (Periscope 5x)
Selfie Camera	50MP Eye-AF
Battery	5,500 mAh BlueVolt
Charging	120W Wired / 50W Wireless
Weight	198g

DESIGN & BUILD (Deep Dive)

Vivo has gone for what they call the “Aero-Titanium” frame. It feels incredibly dense and premium in the hand. Unlike the bulky flagships of 2025, the TRX 2026 is surprisingly slim at just 7.9mm.

• In-hand Feel: The back uses a new “Velvet AG Glass” that resists fingerprints better than any phone I’ve tested in my 15 years of journalism. It’s grippy, which is a relief because a ₹85k phone shouldn’t feel like a bar of soap.
• The Weight Balance: At 198g, it’s lighter than the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Vivo has balanced the internal components so well that it doesn’t feel top-heavy, despite the massive camera island.
• Military Grade? It carries an IP69 rating, meaning it can survive high-pressure steam cleaning. Not that you should wash your phone with a pressure washer, but the peace of mind is there.

DISPLAY & VISUALS

The screen is where Vivo usually wins, and the TRX 2026 is no exception. We are looking at a LTPO 4.0 panel that can drop down to 0.5Hz for extreme battery saving.

• Outdoor Visibility Test: We took this out in the scorching Bhopal sun at noon. At 4,500 nits peak brightness, the screen was perfectly legible. You won’t find yourself squinting at Google Maps anymore.
• Color Accuracy: In “Professional Mode,” the Delta E is less than 0.5. For laymen: the colors you see on this screen are exactly what the creator intended.
• Eye Care: It features 3840Hz PWM Dimming, which means even if you use your phone at 2 AM in total darkness, your eyes won’t feel that “stinging” sensation.

PERFORMANCE & GAMING

Under the hood is the Dimensity 9500. In India, we often see MediaTek as the “budget” choice, but those days are gone.

• Real-World Stress Test: We ran Genshin Impact 2 and BGMI at 120fps for two hours. The phone hit a maximum temperature of 42.5°C. It gets warm, but the new “Ice-Loop” cooling system prevents the dreaded frame-drops.
• Multitasking: With 16GB of RAM, I kept 45 apps open, including two heavy games, and not a single app restarted. This is the smoothest Funtouch OS 16 experience I’ve ever had.
• AI Processing: The dedicated NPU handles live translation and photo editing on-device. No more waiting for “Cloud Processing” to remove a person from your background.

CAMERA: The 200MP Zeiss Beast

Vivo’s partnership with Zeiss continues to bear fruit. The TRX 2026 uses a massive 1/1.12-inch sensor.

• Main Sensor: The 200MP shots are overkill for Instagram, but the detail is insane. You can crop 10x into a photo and still see the texture of a person’s shirt.
• Low Light: This is where the TRX kills the competition. The “Night Vision 4.0” mode makes a pitch-black room look like it’s lit by a soft lamp.
• Portrait Mode: Zeiss “Biotar” and “Sonnar” bokeh effects are still the best in the business. Skin tones look natural, not that “whitened” look common in older Chinese phones.

BATTERY & ENDURANCE

Vivo’s “BlueVolt” battery technology is the star here.

• Charging Test: It charges from 0-50% in just 9 minutes using the 120W charger provided in the box. A full 100% charge takes roughly 24 minutes.
• Drain Test: On a heavy day (5G, Camera, Gaming), the phone lasted 7.5 hours of Screen-on-Time (SoT). It’s an “all-day” phone, but barely. If you are a power user, you’ll be reaching for that charger by 9 PM.

THE COMPETITION: Vivo vs. The World

In 2026, the market is tighter than ever. Here is how the TRX 2026 stacks up against its biggest rivals.

Feature	Vivo TRX 2026	Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra	iPhone 17 Pro
Price (India)	₹84,999	₹1,44,999	₹1,34,900
Main Camera	200MP (Zeiss)	320MP (ISOCELL)	48MP (Fusion)
Fast Charging	120W	45W	40W
Software Support	4 Years	7 Years	6 Years

The Analysis:

• vs. Samsung S26 Ultra: Samsung has the better zoom (100x vs 60x) and the S-Pen, but it’s nearly ₹60,000 more expensive. Vivo offers 90% of the performance for 60% of the price.
• vs. iPhone 17 Pro: Apple wins on video stabilization and ecosystem, but the TRX 2026 feels more “futuristic” with its faster charging and superior display.

Winner: For Value for Money, the Vivo TRX 2026 wins hands down. It provides a flagship experience without the “Apple/Samsung Tax.”

Read More : iPhone 17 Pro

FINAL VERDICT

Buy it if:

• You are a Photography Enthusiast: The Zeiss portraits and 200MP detail are unmatched at this price point.
• You Hate Waiting: 120W charging will change your life. You’ll forget what it’s like to charge your phone overnight.
• You Want a Premium Look: The Aero-Titanium design is a head-turner.

Skip it if:

• You Want Long-Term Software: Vivo offers 4 years of updates, while Samsung and Google are now offering 7.
• You are a Hardcore Video Creator: While the photos are great, iPhone 17 Pro still handles 4K 120fps video more naturally.
• You Prefer Flat Screens: The subtle curves on the TRX might lead to accidental touches for some users.

Rating: 4.5/5 Stars

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