Vivo T5x, T5 Lite & T4 Lite Get Costlier in India — Full New Price List

Last updated: August 2026

If you've been eyeing a Vivo T-series phone for its mix of clean design and dependable mid-range specs, it just got a little more expensive. Vivo has quietly revised prices across three of its most popular budget 5G models in India — the T5x, T5 Lite, and T4 Lite — with the new prices taking effect from August 23, 2026, and first reported on August 24 by 91mobiles.

This isn't an isolated move. Component and memory chip costs have been climbing across the smartphone industry through 2026, and several brands — Vivo included — have already passed some of that cost onto buyers more than once this year. Here's exactly what's changed, what you're still getting for the money, and whether it's worth buying now or waiting.

New Price List: Vivo T5x, T5 Lite & T4 Lite

Below is the complete before-and-after price list for all variants across the three phones.

The revision is effective from August 23, 2026, and Vivo has attributed it to the "continued increase in input costs and operational expenses" — language that echoes what other brands have said this year amid rising memory and component costs industry-wide. Worth noting: at the time this was first reported, some online retailers hadn't yet updated their listings to reflect the new prices, so you may still catch the older figures for a short window before they roll out everywhere.

Quick Specs: What You're Actually Buying

Vivo T5x — the most premium of the three, built around a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor, a large 7,300mAh battery with 90W fast charging, and a 50MP main camera with OIS. It's the pick for anyone who wants flagship-adjacent battery life and display quality on a mid-range budget.

Vivo T5 Lite — a step down in positioning, with a 6.74-inch display, a MediaTek Dimensity chipset tuned for everyday use, a 6,500mAh-class battery, and a 50MP rear camera. It aims at buyers who want a big battery and smooth software without paying flagship-tier money.

Vivo T4 Lite — the entry point of the trio, with a simpler HD+ or FHD+ display, an entry-level MediaTek Dimensity chip, a large battery for the segment, and dual rear cameras. It's built for first-time 5G buyers and back-up phone shoppers on a tight budget.

Should You Buy Now, or Wait?

Even after these hikes, all three phones remain reasonably competitive within their segments — the specs haven't changed, only the price you pay for them. The T5x still undercuts most flagship-adjacent mid-rangers while offering a large battery, fast charging, and a smooth AMOLED panel. The T5 Lite continues to make sense for buyers who prioritise battery life and a clean display over raw performance. The T4 Lite remains the most affordable 5G-ready option in Vivo's line-up, even at its new price.

That said, if you were planning to buy anyway, there's little upside in waiting — memory and component costs have been trending upward through 2026 across the industry, and further hikes on budget 5G phones aren't out of the question. If your usage doesn't demand AMOLED or fast charging, the T4 Lite still offers the best value-for-money entry point of the three. If you want the most future-proof hardware and can stretch the budget, the T5x remains the strongest overall package despite now costing ₹5,000 more than it did a few weeks ago.

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For more context on why phones keep getting pricier this year, see our explainer on India's smartphone chip squeeze, and check our roundup of the Vivo & iQOO price hikes from earlier this month. If you're deciding between a case with a MagSafe-style back or a regular one, our guide on whether anti-yellow back covers actually work can help you choose.

FAQ

Why did Vivo increase T-series prices?

Vivo cited a "continued increase in input costs and operational expenses" for the revision. This mirrors a broader trend in 2026, where rising memory chip and component costs have pushed several smartphone makers to raise prices on budget and mid-range devices.

Which Vivo T-series phone offers the best value now?

The Vivo T4 Lite remains the most affordable 5G entry point even after its ₹3,000 hike, making it the best pick for tight budgets. If you want a bigger display and faster charging and can stretch further, the T5x still offers the strongest overall package among the three despite the ₹5,000 increase.

Will prices increase further?

There's no official confirmation of another hike, but given that component costs have been rising through most of 2026 and this is not the first revision this year for Vivo's budget line-up, further increases can't be ruled out.

Where can I still buy at the old price?

At the time this was reported, some online retailers hadn't yet updated their listings, so a small window existed where older prices were still showing. This is typically temporary — check current listings directly, as prices are expected to align with the new list soon if they haven't already.

Final Thoughts

A ₹3,000–₹5,000 hike is a meaningful jump for budget and mid-range buyers, but it doesn't change what these phones are good at — the T5x for its display and battery, the T5 Lite for balanced everyday use, and the T4 Lite for affordable 5G access. If you were already planning to buy one of these, doing so sooner rather than later is the safer bet given the industry-wide cost pressure on components this year.

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