Hyderabad, April 5 -- Vivo has introduced the T5x 5G in India, kicking off its new T5 series with a pointed focus on two things mid-range buyers consistently ask for - durability and battery life.

The phone carries IP68 and IP69+ water and dust resistance ratings, backed by a military-grade certification. These claims are getting more common across the segment, but they're still far from standard. Most phones at this price tend to prioritise looks over longevity.

Under the hood, it runs on MediaTek's Dimensity 7400 Turbo, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Solid, if not spectacular, enough to handle daily tasks and casual gaming without breaking a sweat.

The battery, though, is where Vivo is really making its case. At 7,200 m...