Highlights
- Vivo X500 FE has received IMDA certification in Singapore, confirming support for 5G, WLAN, Bluetooth, and NFC.
- The smartphone is rumoured to feature a 6.31-inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and a 6,500mAh battery.
- Vivo has not officially confirmed the smartphone’s specifications, pricing, launch date or regional availability.
We have previously reported on Vivo’s plans on adding another smartphone for the Vivo X500 series lineup. The alleged Vivo X500 FE has now received certification from Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA). The latest listing suggests that the smartphone is moving closer to its launch although Vivo has yet to confirm any details about the phone or its launch.
Vivo X500 FE Received Singapore’s IMDA Certification
Tipster Anvin @ZionsAnvin on X has revealed that the Vivo X500 FE carrying the model number V2653 has appeared on Singapore’s IMDA certification database. The listing identifies the device as a 5G mobile phone with support for WLAN, Bluetooth and NFC connectivity.
The certification lists VSmart Technologies PTE. LTD. as the associated company. While the IMDA listing does not reveal any additional hardware details but confirms that the device supports 5G connectivity and several standard wireless communication features.
Vivo X500 FE (V2653) bags Singapore’s IMDA certification.
#Vivo #VivoX500FE https://t.co/3RRhrVDHmK
— Anvin (@ZionsAnvin) November 2, 2026
This is not the first time the Vivo X500 FE has appeared on a certification platform. The smartphone with the same V2653 model number was previously spotted on Indonesia’s TKDN certification database.
Vivo X500 FE – What We Know So Far?
Vivo has not officially revealed the X500 FE’s specifications but earlier reports have offered some clues about its possible hardware.
The smartphone is rumoured to feature a 6.31-inch display and could be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. It is also expected to pack a 6,500mAh battery, which could offer extended usage between charges.
The earlier listing confirmed 5G connectivity support and revealed several supported network bands. These include GSM, WCDMA, FDD-LTE bands B1/3/5/8/28, TDD-LTE bands B40/41 and 5G NR.
Vivo X300 FE.
In India, the Vivo X500 FE is speculated to arrive with a price tag of around Rs 45,000 to Rs 50,000. However, this is only an estimated price range and there is no official confirmation regarding its pricing or availability in the country.
Vivo X500 FE Launch Timeline
Vivo launched the X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max in China on September 21. The global launch of the X500 series was expected to take place on October 27. However, the Vivo X500 FE was not announced alongside the three other smartphones in China.
This suggests that the FE model could follow a separate launch schedule. However, Vivo has yet to share any details officially about its launch timeline.
Will Vivo X500 FE Launch in India?
The Vivo X500 FE could make its way to the Indian market, although the company has not confirmed its plans yet. Earlier reports suggest that the smartphone could be priced between Rs 45,000 and Rs 50,000 in India.
However, there is no official confirmation regarding the Vivo X500 FE’s India launch date or pricing.
