Highlights
- Vivo has officially confirmed the India launch of the X500 series on November 26 at 12 PM IST.
- The lineup will feature Vivo X500, Vivo X500 Pro, and Vivo X500 Pro Max, alongside Vivo Watch GT 2 and new photography accessories.
- The lineup is expected to feature flagship hardware including OLED displays with up to 144Hz refresh rates, MediaTek Dimensity 9600M/9600 Pro chipsets and large batteries ranging from 6,510mAh to 8,000mAh.
Vivo has officially confirmed the India launch date of its next-gen flagship smartphone lineup. According to the latest teaser posted on Vivo India social media handles, the Vivo X500 series will debut in the country on November 26 with three models. These are the standard Vivo X500, Vivo X500 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max.
Vivo X500 Series India Launch Date and Time
Vivo has confirmed that the X500 series will launch in India on November 26. The launch event is scheduled to begin at 12 PM IST and Vivo is expected to livestream the announcement.
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— vivo India (@Vivo_India) November 12, 2026
Alongside the smartphones, the company will also introduce its new smartwatch, the Vivo Watch GT 2.
The upcoming launch will also see the arrival of dedicated photography accessories.
Vivo X500 Series Specifications and Features
Vivo X500 Specifications
The standard Vivo X500 is expected to feature a 6.59-inch OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M chipset and pack a 7,500mAh battery.
For photography, the smartphone is expected to offer a 50-megapixel primary camera along with by a dedicated telephoto sensor. This should make it an option for users looking for flagship-level camera capabilities without opting for the more expensive Pro models.
Vivo X500 Pro Specifications
The Vivo X500 Pro will take a slightly different approach this year, with a more compact form factor than the other models. It is tipped to feature a 6.36-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate.
This model will reportedly use the 2nm MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro processor. It is also expected to house a 6,510mAh battery.
It is tipped to feature a 50-megapixel primary camera and a dedicated telephoto sensor. The smaller display and flagship hardware could make it an interesting choice for buyers who prefer relatively compact smartphones.
Vivo X500 Pro Max Specifications
The Vivo X500 Pro Max will be the most premium offering in the lineup. It is expected to feature a large 6.85-inch display with 2K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate.
The smartphone will reportedly be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset and pack an 8,000mAh battery in its Chinese variant.
The device is tipped to feature a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 200-megapixel ZEISS APO telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom and CIPA 7.0 stabilisation and a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. On the front, users could get a 50-megapixel selfie camera.
The X500 Pro Max is also compatible with the second-generation ZEISS Telephoto Extenders including the Gen 2 and Gen 2 Ultra accessories. These add-on lenses are designed to extend the phone’s zoom capabilities, offering greater flexibility for distant subjects.
Vivo X500 Series India Price (Expected)
Vivo has confirmed the launch date but official Indian pricing remains under wraps. However, recent reports have suggested the following prices for the upcoming smartphones:
- Vivo X500: Rs 1,19,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant
- Vivo X500 Pro: Expected to launch at Rs 1,49,999
- Vivo X500 Pro Max: Rs 1,79,999 for the 12GB RAM + 512GB storage variant
- Vivo X500 Pro Max Photographer Kit: Expected to cost Rs 2,29,999
