Highlights
- Vivo X300 FE launched at ₹79,999+ is more expensive than the standard Vivo X300 available at ₹75,999).
- Reports suggest Vivo may hike X300’s price or discontinue it to avoid confusion, as FE sits awkwardly between the base and Pro models.
- X300 offers Dimensity 9500, triple 200MP camera setup, 6.31″ AMOLED and 6,040mAh battery.
The recent launch of Vivo X300 FE has created an unusual situation in Vivo’s flagship smartphone lineup.
Vivo X300 FE was unveiled in Delhi recently as a compact premium smartphone in the sub-Rs 80,000 segment. However, despite being positioned below the flagship tier, the device is currently more expensive than the Vivo X300 in India.
Vivo X300 FE is placed above the standard Vivo X300 and this is leading to speculation that the Vivo X300 may either get a price hike soon or could eventually be discontinued.
Vivo X300 Lineup Pricing
Vivo’s current X300 lineup now includes four models. The Vivo X300 starts at Rs 75,999, while the Vivo X300 FE begins at Rs 79,999. Above them sit the Vivo X300 Pro priced at Rs 1,09,999 and the Vivo X300 Ultra priced at Rs 1,59,999.
The Vivo X300 Pro and Ultra fit naturally within the lineup hierarchy but the Vivo X300 FE sits awkwardly between the standard and Pro models in terms of pricing.
The Vivo X300 FE is also significantly more expensive than its predecessor Vivo X200 FE, which launched at a starting price of Rs 54,999.
One of the reported reasons behind the Vivo X300 FE’s higher pricing is the ongoing global memory shortage.
The rising demand for AI-focused hardware and components has reportedly increased memory prices, resulting in higher production costs for smartphone makers.
Notably, Vivo’s FE (Fashion Edition) is a series that has been design for the the sub-flagship segment and thus, this high price strategy of the X300 FE somewhat surprising.
Current pricing makes the Vivo X300 appear to be the better value option across most variants.
The Vivo X300 FE is priced at Rs 79,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant and Rs 89,999 for the 12GB + 512GB model. In comparison, the Vivo X300 starts at Rs 75,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant, Rs 81,999 for the 12GB + 512GB option, and Rs 84,999 for the 16GB + 512GB variant.
Vivo X300 Offers Flagship Hardware
The Vivo X300 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 processor and features a versatile triple rear camera setup consisting of a 200-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel secondary camera and another 50-megapixel sensor.
Vivo X300 FE, on the other hand, includes the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and features a 50-megapixel primary camera along with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens.
The Vivo X300 also retains a compact form factor with a 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED display and weighs around 190g. Additionally, it supports a telephoto extender kit capable of offering up to 2.35x optical zoom with a 200mm equivalent focal length.
The only major area where the Vivo X300 FE appears to have an advantage is battery capacity. The standard X300 packs a 6,040mAh battery, while the FE variant offers a slightly larger 6,500mAh capacity battery. X300 is said to deliver only around 30 minutes less runtime in PCMark battery testing and around 2 percent higher battery drain during gaming compared to the X300 FE.
Vivo X300 Availability May Already Be Affected
Reports suggest that if Vivo does not increase the X300’s price, the company could reduce supply or eventually discontinue the device to avoid overlap with the X300 FE.
Interestingly, the Vivo X300 is already showing limited availability on Flipkart with the base variant reportedly unavailable for delivery in several locations. This could indicate backend supply constraints, component shortages or shifting production priorities.
As of now, none of these developments have been officially confirmed by Vivo. Since the Vivo X300 launched less than six months ago, a complete discontinuation appears unlikely for now. However, a future price hike for the device could still happen.
Users planning to buy the Vivo X300 may want to consider purchasing it sooner rather than later if current pricing remains unchanged.
FAQs
Q1. Why is the Vivo X300’s future uncertain?
Answer. The launch of the Vivo X300 FE at a higher price than the standard X300 has led to speculation that Vivo may hike the X300’s price or discontinue it.
Q2. How do the Vivo X300 and X300 FE differ in hardware?
Answer. The Vivo X300 uses the Dimensity 9500 chipset with a triple 200MP camera setup, while the X300 FE features Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and a simpler dual-camera system.
Q3. Is the Vivo X300 currently available in India?
Answer. Reports suggest limited availability on Flipkart with some variants unavailable for delivery hinting at possible supply constraints or shifting production priorities.