Vivo has quietly listed the Vivo Pad 3 on its official website in China. While the company has not disclosed all the tablet’s details, its design, color options, and RAM/storage configurations have been confirmed. The Vivo Pad 3 is set to join the Vivo Pad 3 Pro, which was introduced in March this year. This new tablet is expected to be a more affordable variant of the Pro model.
Design and Color Options
The Vivo Pad 3 features a sleek design with a flat display, uniform bezels, and a slightly raised, circular rear camera module located in the top left corner of the back panel. The tablet is available in three stunning color options:
- Cold Star Grey
- Spring Tide Blue
- Thin Purple (translated from Chinese)
RAM and Storage Variants
The Vivo Pad 3 will be available in four different RAM and storage configurations to cater to varying user needs:
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage
- 8GB RAM + 256GB storage
- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- 12GB RAM + 512GB storage
Although the prices of these variants have not yet been confirmed, the tablet will be open for pre-orders in China starting June 28.
Expected Specifications
The Vivo Pad 3 is speculated to be a rebranded version of the iQoo Pad 2, given its similar design and RAM/storage configurations. If this is accurate, the Vivo Pad 3 will likely feature:
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset
- 10,000mAh battery with 44W wired fast charging
- 12.05-inch 120Hz display
- Android 14-based OriginOS 4
- Eight-speaker audio system
- 5-megapixel front camera
- 8-megapixel rear camera with LED flash
The iQoo Pad 2’s price in China starts at CNY 2,499 (approximately Rs. 24,000) for the 8GB + 128GB variant. The 8GB + 256GB version is priced at CNY 2,799 (around Rs. 32,000), while the 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB variants are listed at CNY 3,099 (roughly Rs. 35,000) and CNY 3,399 (approximately Rs. 39,000), respectively. These prices provide a rough estimate of what to expect for the Vivo Pad 3.
The Vivo Pad 3 promises to be a competitive addition to the tablet market, offering a variety of configurations and stylish color options. With its anticipated specifications, the tablet is set to deliver excellent performance at a potentially affordable price point.