Vivo X500 Series: Launch Date, Price & Full Specs (X500, Pro, Pro Max)
Vivo's next X-series flagships are almost here. The X500, X500 Pro, and a brand-new X500 Pro Max launch in China on September 21, headlined by a 200MP Zeiss periscope camera and the first phone chip to use MediaTek's new Dimensity 9600 Pro. Here's everything confirmed so far, and what's still leak-only.
Vivo has confirmed the September 21 China launch date and released official camera specifications, but has not announced pricing for any model yet. Everything below marked as a "leak" or "expected" should be treated as unconfirmed until Vivo's official announcement.
The Vivo X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max launch in China on September 21, 2026. The Pro Max is the new top-tier addition to the series, featuring a 6.85-inch 2K 144Hz display, a 200MP Zeiss periscope telephoto camera, and the 2nm MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chip - a first for any phone. Official pricing has not been announced; a leaked India estimate puts the Pro Max around ₹1,19,999, but that figure is unconfirmed. Global availability, including India, is expected to follow gradually from late October into November.
Launch Date: What's Actually Confirmed
Vivo product manager Han Boxiao confirmed the three-phone lineup on Weibo in late August, followed by official camera specifications in the weeks since. The September 21 China launch date has since been confirmed by multiple outlets and vivo's own regional certifications, including UAE TDRA certification for the X500 and X500 Pro Max. Vivo's X-series typically launches in China first before a staggered international rollout - last year's X300 and X300 Pro landed in China in October 2025, with the X300 Pro reaching markets like Kenya roughly two months later. Expect a similar gap this time, with credible leaks pointing to a global expansion in October or November.
Vivo X500 Pro Max: The New Flagship
The Pro Max is the headline addition to this year's lineup - a tier Vivo skipped last generation. Vivo has officially confirmed its camera system: a 200MP Zeiss APO super-telephoto periscope lens using a large Samsung ISOCELL HP0 sensor with in-sensor zoom technology, paired with a 50MP Sony LYT910 main camera and a 50MP ultrawide. Leaked specs point to a 6.85-inch 2K (1260 x 2800) LTPO AMOLED display at 144Hz using BOE's new Q11 luminescent material, with notably thin 1mm bezels, plus a roughly 7,000mAh battery with 90W wired and wireless charging. It's also expected to be the first commercial phone to ship with MediaTek's new 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset.
Vivo X500 Pro and Standard X500
The X500 Pro sits below the Pro Max at a more compact 6.37 inches, but keeps a serious camera focus: Vivo has confirmed a 64MP Zeiss APO super-telephoto camera with an 85mm equivalent focal length, alongside advanced stabilization and 4K 120fps video recording. The standard X500 is expected to use a 50MP Sony LYT-828 main sensor and a 64MP Sony LYT-610 telephoto camera, with 90W wired and 40W wireless charging - a step down from the Pro models but still a notably camera-forward setup for a non-Pro model.
Specs Comparison (Confirmed + Leaked)
| Spec | X500 | X500 Pro | X500 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | ~6.3" (leaked) | 6.37" (leaked) | 6.85" 2K, 144Hz (leaked) |
| Main Camera | 50MP Sony LYT-828 (leaked) | 64MP Zeiss APO telephoto confirmed | 50MP Sony LYT910 (confirmed) |
| Telephoto | 64MP Sony LYT-610 (leaked) | Zeiss APO, 85mm (confirmed) | 200MP Zeiss periscope (confirmed) |
| Charging | 90W wired / 40W wireless (leaked) | Not yet detailed | 90W wired + wireless (leaked) |
| Chipset | Leaks conflict (2nm/3nm) | Dimensity 9600 Pro (confirmed) | Dimensity 9600 Pro (confirmed) |
Price: What We Actually Know
Vivo has not announced official pricing for any X500 model. The only figure in circulation is a leaked India estimate for the Pro Max of around ₹1,19,999, which should be treated as speculative until Vivo confirms regional pricing - something that typically happens closer to each market's individual launch date rather than at the China unveiling. For reference, last year's X300 Pro launched in Kenya at KES 169,999 roughly two months after its China debut, giving a rough sense of the kind of gap to expect before firm international prices land.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Vivo X500 series launch?
September 21, 2026, in China. Global markets, including India, are expected to follow in October or November.
What's new about the X500 Pro Max?
It's a brand-new tier for the series, sitting above the X500 Pro with a bigger 6.85-inch display and a 200MP Zeiss periscope telephoto camera.
What chipset does the X500 series use?
The X500 Pro and Pro Max are confirmed to use MediaTek's new 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro - the first phones to do so. The standard X500's chipset is still unconfirmed, with conflicting leaks.
How much will the Vivo X500 Pro Max cost in India?
Not officially announced. A leaked estimate suggests around ₹1,19,999, but treat this as unconfirmed until Vivo's India launch.
When will the Vivo X500 series launch in India?
No confirmed date yet. Based on past X-series rollout patterns, expect it a couple of months after the September 21 China launch.