Vivo X500 Series India Prices Leaked Ahead of November Launch Here’s How Much Each Model Could Cost
Vivo X500 series could launch in India on November 25 with prices starting at Rs 1,19,999. Here's a look at the leaked prices, camera features, battery upgrades and specifications of the X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max.
It seems that Vivo is getting ready to unveil one of its biggest flagships in India, as the rumored Vivo X500 series is expected to come in at much higher price points compared to its predecessor. It might turn out to be the costliest mainstream flagship smartphone series launched by the Chinese smartphone maker in India, competing directly with premium flagships from OPPO and Apple. Vivo had launched three smartphones under the X500 series in China back in September before making it available to other parts of the world in October. The India launch, which is expected to happen somewhere near November 25, has now got a price rumor.
Sanju Chaudhary, the source who tipped about the price, claims that the regular model of Vivo X500 will be available for Rs 1,19,999 in India for the 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage model. The Vivo X500 Pro will have a price tag of Rs 1,49,999 for the same configuration. On the other hand, the high-end version of Vivo X500 Pro Max could be launched at Rs 1,59,999 for the 12 GB + 256 GB variant. For those buyers requiring more storage, there could be an additional cost of Rs 1,79,999 for the 12 GB + 512 GB variant. There is another model of Vivo X500 Pro Max, which could be launched with a name of "Master Set" along with extra photography accessories for Rs 2,29,999.
With regards to these leaking prices, it is clear that Vivo X500 series will be expensive compared to the former series X300. As per records, Vivo X300 was released in India for 12GB + 256GB for the price of Rs 75,999. On the other hand, the X300 Pro came for Rs 1,09,999 for 16GB + 512GB but after some time, Vivo raised its price to Rs 1,19,999. Different from this series, the former series X300 did not feature any Pro Max, with X300 Ultra as the highest priced device in this range.
Moreover, the leaked pricing means that Vivo will compete with some of the most premium smartphones currently available in India. The OPPO Find X10 series, according to reports, starts at a price of Rs 1,39,999 for its standard version and the OPPO Find X10 Pro Max at Rs 1,99,999. The newly-launched Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max begin their journey from Rs 1,64,900 and Rs 1,79,900 respectively. Surprisingly, however, the estimated starting price of the Vivo X500 Pro Max would be lesser than the two iPhones. Nonetheless, its 512 GB variant might share the same starting price as the iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Vivo X500 Series Specifications and Features
Apart from its impressive pricing scheme, the Vivo X500 series is set to wow consumers with the significant upgrades it brings in terms of its camera quality, processing power, and battery size. While the standard Vivo X500 has the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M chipset, the more advanced and powerful Pro version of the chipset powers the X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max. This Pro version has been manufactured using a 2nm production process.
What makes the X500 Pro Max especially interesting for people who like taking pictures is the fact that it is equipped with a 200MP Zeiss APO periscope telephoto camera, meant to enable better zoom photography capabilities. Apart from that, the battery life of the smartphone may be considered quite impressive – its battery has a capacity of 8,000mAh, making it one of the best-equipped smartphones regarding battery life.
Other aspects of the package include display and charging options. The Vivo series of X500 includes phones with 144Hz AMOLED screens, providing an advanced refresh rate that improves scrolling and gaming. The three phone variants also have 90W wired and 40W wireless charging options.
Another important feature of the Pro Max version of this phone series is its video recording options. This phone can record videos in 4K resolution at a frame rate of 240 fps and 8K resolution. It also has an option for a 400mm equivalent Zeiss telephoto extender. Based on the above information, we may assume that the X500 Pro Max is designed to be a camera-oriented flagship, not just an upgraded smartphone model.
Should You Wait for the Vivo X500 Series?
With the Vivo X500 series expected to start at Rs 1,19,999, the new lineup is clearly moving further into the ultra-premium smartphone segment. The X500 Pro Max, in particular, could appeal to users who prioritise mobile photography, advanced video recording and long battery life. Existing Vivo X300 Pro owners may also find the new camera hardware and video capabilities interesting, although the substantial price difference means that real-world camera comparisons will be important before considering an upgrade.
However, it is worth remembering that these prices are based on an early leak and have not yet been officially confirmed by Vivo. The final Indian pricing, available configurations, launch offers and specifications could differ from what has been reported so far. Buyers planning to purchase one of these smartphones should wait for the company's official announcement before making a decision. With the expected November 25 launch approaching, more details about the Vivo X500 series in India could emerge soon.
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