Vivo has expanded its hardware ecosystem with the launch of three new companion devices alongside its flagship X300 and X300 Pro smartphones: the Pad 5e tablet, Watch GT 2 smartwatch, and TWS 5 earbuds. Entry-level pricing begins at USD 56 for the buds, making the lineup more accessible than the premium phone launches.
Product Highlights & Specs
Vivo Pad 5e
- The Pad 5e is a mid-range Android tablet featuring a 12.1-inch IPS LCD with resolution 1,968 × 2,800 and a 144 Hz refresh rate.
- It supports optional add-ons like the Vivo Pencil 3 stylus and a Smart Touch Keyboard 5, letting users mimic a laptop use case.
- It is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, with RAM options of 8 GB, 12 GB, or 16 GB, and storage up to 512 GB.
- The battery is sizable at 10,000 mAh with 44W wired fast charging.
- Camera setup includes an 8 MP rear unit and a 5 MP front shooter.
- The tablet runs OriginOS 5 out of the box.
- In China, the Pad 5e starts around USD 280.
Vivo Watch GT 2
- This smartwatch sports a 2.07-inch AMOLED display, with peak brightness reaching 2,400 nits, in a rectangular form factor (akin to square smartwatches).
- It comes in Bluetooth-only and eSIM variants, offering voice calling via built-in speaker and microphone.
- Vivo claims up to 17 days of battery life under normal usage.
- Health features include heart rate monitoring, SpO₂ tracking, sleep and stress tracking, and over 100 sport modes (running, tennis etc.).
- The Bluetooth variant is priced at USD 70, while the eSIM version is about USD 100.
Vivo TWS 5 Earbuds
- The TWS 5 come with 11 mm drivers, support Bluetooth 5.4, and include a standard and a Hi-Fi edition.
- The standard model supports AAC, SBC, and LDAC codecs; the Hi-Fi model adds LHDC and DeepX 4.0 for enhanced audio.
- Active Noise Cancellation is rated up to 60 dB.
- Battery life extends up to 48 hours with charging case (ANC off), or ~24 hours with ANC on.
- They carry IP54 dust/splash protection and support simultaneous connections to three devices.
- Pricing begins at USD 56 for the standard model; the Hi-Fi version goes for about USD 70.
How It Complements the X300 Series
The new wearable and tablet devices aim to broaden Vivo’s ecosystem beyond the flagship phones. The X300 and X300 Pro are mid-to-high end smartphones focused on camera capabilities (e.g. 200 MP sensors, advanced imaging modules) and high performance hardware. (Launch specs of the X300 line are widely covered)
By releasing a tablet, smartwatch, and earbuds at relatively affordable price tiers, Vivo is making its ecosystem more attractive to users who may want integrated experiences across devices — e.g. notifications, media control, and app continuity.
It also allows Vivo to compete in wearables and tablet markets, not just smartphones. The low starting prices (e.g. USD 56 for earbuds) may help Vivo gain traction in emerging markets.
Market Significance & Challenges
Pros:
- The pricing strategy is bold: launching a full range of wearables and tablets around a smartphone launch shows Vivo is serious about building an ecosystem, not just singular flagships.
- It may encourage users to remain in the Vivo ecosystem — a stronger ecosystem reduces churn.
- In markets with growing demand for smart devices beyond phones, this could help Vivo strengthen its footprint.
Challenges & Questions:
- Global availability and timing remain unclear — the initial reveal covers China; whether these devices will be sold in South Asia, Europe or Pakistan is yet to be confirmed.
- Localization issues: software (OriginOS, features) may need adaptation for regional markets.
- Quality and support: wearables and tablets must offer durable firmware support, repairability and local after-sales service to gain trust.
- Ecosystem lock-in: users often weigh multifunction device compatibility (e.g. Google, Apple ecosystems) — Vivo will need to ensure interoperability or compelling features.
