Vivo’s upcoming flagship lineup could launch in India on November 25, featuring a 200MP periscope camera, up to 8,000mAh battery and an optional 400mm Zeiss telephoto extender.
Highlights
- Vivo officially teases X500 series launch in India.
- Three models expected: X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max.
- November 25 tipped as the tentative India launch date.
- X500 Pro Max features a 200MP periscope camera and 8,000mAh battery in China.
- Zeiss telephoto extenders offer 200mm and 400mm equivalent focal lengths.
- Vivo Watch GT 2 will also arrive in India and be sold separately.
Vivo X500 Series India Launch Teased With 200MP Camera, 8,000mAh Battery and Zeiss Telephoto Extender
New Delhi, November 5, 2026: Chinese smartphone manufacturer Vivo has officially teased the arrival of its flagship X500 smartphone series in India. The upcoming lineup will reportedly include three models — Vivo X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max — alongside the Zeiss Telephoto Extender Gen 2 series and Vivo Watch GT 2 smartwatch.
According to a report by 91mobiles, the smartphones are expected to launch in India around November 25, although Vivo has not confirmed the official launch date.
Vivo X500 Series: Display, Processor and Battery
The standard Vivo X500 features a 6.59-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, MediaTek Dimensity 9600M processor and a 7,500mAh battery.
Meanwhile, the Vivo X500 Pro offers a more compact 6.36-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset and packs a 6,510mAh battery.
Both smartphones feature 50MP primary cameras and dedicated telephoto sensors.
Vivo X500 Pro Max Gets 200MP Camera
The premium Vivo X500 Pro Max comes with a larger 6.85-inch 2K display supporting a 144Hz refresh rate.
It is powered by the Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset and houses an 8,000mAh battery in its Chinese variant.
Its biggest highlight is a 200MP Samsung HP0 periscope camera with Zeiss APO optics, designed to enhance long-distance photography.
Zeiss Telephoto Extender and Watch GT 2
Vivo is also bringing its Zeiss Telephoto Extender Gen 2 and Gen 2 Ultra accessories to India.
The standard extender offers a 200mm equivalent focal length and supports the X500 and X500 Pro. The Gen 2 Ultra delivers a 400mm equivalent focal length and is exclusively compatible with the X500 Pro Max.
Both accessories will be sold separately.
The company has also confirmed the Vivo Watch GT 2, featuring a 2.07-inch AMOLED display, GPS, Bluetooth calling and BlueOS 3.0. The smartwatch offers up to 25 days of advertised battery life in its global Bluetooth variant.
Vivo X500 Series Expected India Price
Vivo has not announced official Indian pricing for the X500 series.
For comparison, the previous Vivo X300 launched at Rs 75,999, while the X300 Pro started at Rs 1,09,999.
The upcoming models could carry higher prices, particularly the X500 Pro Max, which will compete against premium camera-focused smartphones from OPPO and other manufacturers.
More details about Indian pricing, availability and accessories are expected during the official launch announcement.
