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vivo X500 Pro series debuts with Zeiss cameras, big batteries

vivo has launched the X500 Pro Max and X500 Pro in China, equipped with MediaTek’s new Dimensity 9600 Pro chip, Zeiss-backed cameras, and massive batteries. Global rollout is set for October 27, 2026.

The X500 Pro comes with a 6.36-inch BOE Q11 display at 2660×1216 resolution, a 2,000 nits peak brightness, and a 144Hz adaptive refresh rate. The Pro Max offers a larger 6.85-inch panel with 3168×1440 resolution. Both displays support HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and hardware-level brightness down to 1 nit.

On the camera side, vivo worked with Zeiss to deliver a new 50MP main sensor with a 24mm focal length and 17EV dynamic range. The X500 Pro features a 64MP telephoto lens, while the Pro Max upgrades to a 200MP telephoto sensor.

Battery capacity are highlights. The X500 Pro Max has an 8,000mAh battery, while the X500 Pro carries a 6,510mAh cell. Both support 90W wired charging and 40W wireless charging.

Both phones also include a 50MP ultrawide and a 50MP selfie camera. Video features include 4K 240FPS slow motion, CIPA 7.0 stabilization, and support for the vivo LOG format.

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Pricing starts at CNY 6,499 (around PHP 60,500 / USD 970) for the X500 Pro and CNY 6,999 (around PHP 65,150 / USD 1,045) for the Pro Max. Configurations go up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. The phones are available in four color options, with the global rollout on October 27.

Key specs:

vivo X500 Pro Max

  • 6.85-inch display, 3168×1440 resolution
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chip
  • Up to 16GB RAM, 1TB storage
  • 50MP main + 200MP telephoto + 50MP ultrawide cameras
  • 50MP front camera
  • 8,000mAh battery, 90W wired, 40W wireless charging

vivo X500 Pro

  • 6.36-inch BOE Q11 display, 2660×1216 resolution, 144Hz refresh
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chip
  • Up to 12GB RAM, 1TB storage
  • 50MP main + 64MP telephoto + 50MP ultrawide cameras
  • 50MP front camera
  • 6,510mAh battery, 90W wired, 40W wireless charging

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