Vivo X500 Series India Launch Confirmed: Check Expected Models, ZEISS Telephoto Camera and Key Features

Vivo has started teasing its X500 Series in India, bringing its latest flagship smartphones closer to the Indian market. The lineup is expected to include the Vivo X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max. The company has also teased a ZEISS telephoto extender and Vivo Watch GT 2 alongside the phones. While the official India launch date and prices are still awaited, reports point towards a November 25 launch. The Pro Max model is expected to be the biggest attraction with its 200MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera and 8,000mAh battery.

Vivo X500 Series Price and Launch Date in India (Expected)

Vivo has announced its move to launch the X500 Series in India through an official teaser. However, without the announcement of the exact dates and prices of the smartphones. According to a reports the smartphones are expected to be launched on November 25, 2026; however, this date is still unofficial. The models would be made available through Amazon, Flipkart, as well as Vivo's official online store. All the three models have also obtained BIS certification, which is an indication of the company’s preparedness for the Indian market.

Vivo X500 Series Display and ZEISS Camera Features

The Vivo X500 Series is likely to have three different sizes of displays with the Pro Max expected to feature the biggest and most high resolution display. While the basic X500 is likely to come with a 6.59-inch display with 1.5K OLED technology, the Pro variant may come with a 6.36-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED display. The high-end variant X500 Pro Max may include a 6.85-inch 2K display. The X500 series supports refresh rates up to 144Hz.

Camera specifications on the Vivo X500 series may include:

• Vivo X500: 50MP primary camera, 50MP ultra-wide camera and 64MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera.
• Vivo X500 Pro: 50MP primary camera, 50MP ultra-wide camera and 64MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera.
• Vivo X500 Pro Max: 50MP primary camera, 50MP ultra-wide camera and 200MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera.

The Pro Max is the most interesting as it allows for the separate ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen 2 Ultra with the focal length equivalent to 400mm. At the same time the regular and Pro models support Gen 2 extender with the focal length equivalent of 200mm.

Vivo X500 Series Battery and Performance

The Vivo X500 Series is likely to have three different sizes of displays with the Pro Max expected to feature the biggest and most high resolution display. While the basic X500 is likely to come with a 6.59-inch display with 1.5K OLED technology, the Pro variant may come with a 6.36-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED display. The high-end variant X500 Pro Max may include a 6.85-inch 2K display. The X500 series supports refresh rates up to 144Hz.

Camera specifications on the Vivo X500 series may include:

• Vivo X500: 50MP primary camera, 50MP ultra-wide camera and 64MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera.
• Vivo X500 Pro: 50MP primary camera, 50MP ultra-wide camera and 64MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera.
• Vivo X500 Pro Max: 50MP primary camera, 50MP ultra-wide camera and 200MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera.

The Pro Max is the most interesting as it allows for the separate ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen 2 Ultra with the focal length equivalent to 400mm. At the same time the regular and Pro models support Gen 2 extender with the focal length equivalent of 200mm.

Vivo Watch GT 2 Also Teased for India

Alongside the smartphones, Vivo has teased the Watch GT 2 smartwatch for the Indian market. It is expected to feature a 2.07-inch AMOLED display, GPS, Bluetooth calling and multiple sports modes. The global Bluetooth variant claims up to 25 days of battery life.

The smartwatch and ZEISS telephoto accessories will be sold separately. Vivo is yet to reveal their India prices and availability details.

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