News in short
- Vivo X500 series India launch is confirmed for November 26, 2026.
- The lineup will include the Vivo X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max.
- Vivo Watch GT 2 and a ZEISS telephoto converter kit will debut alongside the phones.
- The Pro models feature ZEISS-tuned triple rear cameras, while the standard model gets a floating camera module.
- The devices will go on sale through Amazon, Flipkart and Vivo’s online store.
Vivo has confirmed November 26 as the India launch date for its X500 flagship smartphone series. The company will introduce three phones: Vivo X500, Vivo X500 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max. The launch event will also bring the Vivo Watch GT 2 smartwatch and a ZEISS telephoto converter kit to the country.
The announcement gives buyers a clearer picture of Vivo’s upcoming flagship lineup. However, the company has not revealed India prices or confirmed whether every specification will match the China variants.
Vivo X500 series India launch date and availability
Vivo will launch the X500 series in India on November 26. The smartphones and Watch GT 2 will be available through Amazon, Flipkart and the Vivo online store. Dedicated product microsites are already live on the retail platforms.
The lineup will cover three models across different flagship tiers. The standard Vivo X500 will sit alongside the X500 Pro and the top-end X500 Pro Max. Vivo has not announced their India configurations or prices yet.
The company has also confirmed a ZEISS telephoto converter kit for the Indian market. It could be sold separately, although Vivo has not shared its price or compatibility details.
Vivo X500 Pro Max and X500 Pro focus on ZEISS cameras
Vivo says the X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max will feature ZEISS-tuned triple rear camera systems. Both phones use a circular camera design. The Pro Max will also offer Telephoto AF Tracking Video and the ZEISS TrueDynamic Main Camera.
The standard Vivo X500 will take a different design approach. It is confirmed to feature a floating camera module and a ZEISS-tuned imaging system. Vivo also promises AI-powered creative tools, but has not detailed their full capabilities.
The China version of the X500 Pro Max offers a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera and a 200-megapixel telephoto sensor. It also packs an 8,000mAh battery. These are China-market specifications; India hardware may differ.
Vivo Watch GT 2 brings a 2.07-inch display
The Vivo Watch GT 2 will launch alongside the smartphones. The company has confirmed a 2.07-inch Ultra-Vision Display and always-on monitoring. Vivo claims the smartwatch can last up to 25 days on a single charge.
The battery figure is a company claim. Actual endurance will depend on display settings, monitoring features and usage patterns. Vivo has not yet shared India pricing or the full feature list.
Android 17-based OriginOS and expected specifications
Vivo says the X500 series will run its latest Android 17-based OriginOS version. In China, the standard X500 uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 chipset. The X500 Pro and Pro Max are powered by the Dimensity 9600 Pro, built on a reported 2nm process.
The Chinese X500 Pro Max also features an 8,000mAh battery and up to 16GB of RAM. The standard X500 is listed with a 7,500mAh battery, while the Pro model carries a 6,510mAh unit in the supplied specifications. These configurations should not be treated as final India specifications until Vivo confirms them.
For more context, read our earlier Vivo X500 series India launch report.
Vivo X500 India price and availability details awaited
Vivo has yet to announce the India prices for the X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max. It has also not confirmed the price of the Watch GT 2 or the ZEISS telephoto converter kit. The November 26 launch should reveal the remaining details, including local configurations and sale dates.
