Vivo X500 Pro Max
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Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro + Vivo V4 Imaging Chip
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Display 6.85 inches
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Battery 8000 mAh Si/C Li-Ion (BlueVolt 3rd-gen), non-removable
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Camera 50 MP
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Vivo X500 Pro Max: At a Glance
Vivo X500 Pro Max has a 6.85-inch LTPO AMOLED display, a 50 MP main camera and an 8000 mAh battery.
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Specs
Network
| Technology | Not specified |
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| 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM) CDMA 800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 48, 66 |
| 5G Network | 1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2026, September 28 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2026, October |
BODY
| Dimensions | 163.32 x 76.82 x 7.95 mm (6.43 x 3.02 x 0.31 in) |
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| Weight | 229 g (8.08 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Armor Glass), Tideline Design glass back, aerospace-grade aluminum frame |
| SIMs SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Nano-SIM and eSIM / Dual Nano-SIM |
| Water Resistant | Not specified |
Display
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 1-144Hz, 2160Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 4400 nits (peak) |
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| Size | 6.85 inches, 114.3 cm2 (~91.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3168 pixels, 19.8:9 ratio (~508 ppi density) |
| Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Vivo Armor Glass |
PLATFORM
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | Android 17, OriginOS 7 / Funtouch OS 17 (up to 5 major Android upgrades) |
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| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro (2 nm) + Vivo V4 Imaging Chip |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Octa-core (1x4.50 GHz Cortex-X930 + 3x3.80 GHz Cortex-X4 + 4x2.80 GHz Cortex-A725) |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | ARM Mali-G2 Ultra NX |
MEMORY
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | No |
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| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM (LPDDR5X Ultra + UFS 4.1) |
MAIN CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. |
50 MP, f/1.57, 23mm (wide), 1/1.28" Sony LYT-L910, dual pixel PDAF, CIPA 5.5 gimbal OIS 200 MP, f/2.67, 85mm (ZEISS APO periscope telephoto), 1/1.4", multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom, 20x telephoto macro, supports external ZEISS teleconverter 50 MP, f/2.0, 14mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.51", dual pixel PDAF |
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| Camera Features | ZEISS APO optics, ZEISS T* lens coating, Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, 3D LUT import, Dolby Vision HDR |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, 10-bit Log, 4K@120fps slow-motion |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. | 50 MP, f/2.0, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/2.76", AF |
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| Features | HDR, ZEISS Portrait |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with dual stereo speakers (Hi-Res 24-bit/192kHz audio) |
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| 3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band |
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| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Lossless, LHDC 5 |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS, NavIC |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. | Yes |
| Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range. | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), DisplayPort, OTG |
Features
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Fingerprint (under display, 3D ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, Two-way satellite communication (1TB model) |
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BATTERY
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
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| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 8000 mAh |
| Placement | Not specified |
| Charging The functionality responsible for recharging batteries in portable devices, such as mobile phones, significantly influences both battery lifespan and the practicality of daily product usage.The charging process, encompassing factors like voltage, current, and completion actions, is contingent upon the battery's size and type.Contemporary battery chargers dynamically adjust charging parameters based on the battery's current charging state. Charging an empty battery poses no safety risk, allowing for a quicker charging process. Consequently, many charging speed benchmarks, including ours, specify the battery level achieved after a 30-minute session on an empty battery.Standard chargers with a power output of 5V/1A, equivalent to 5W, serve as a baseline, with anything surpassing this speed classified as quick or fast charging. | 90W wired FlashCharge, 40W wireless FlashCharge, reverse wireless |
MISC
| Colors | Sunset Orange, Sunny White, Starry Gray, Moonlit Black |
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| Model | V2603A |
| SAR SAR (Specific absorption rate): Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | 1.09 W/kg (head), 0.98 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | 0.96 W/kg (head), 1.28 W/kg (body) |
| Price | $1,029.00 / CNY 6,999 / €1,299.00 |
TESTS
| Performance | AnTuTu: 3,420,000+ (v10) | GeekBench: 11,250 (v6) |
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| Display | 2350 nits HBM brightness, 4400 nits HDR peak |
| Loudspeaker | Not specified |
| Battery (new) | Active use score 20:50h |
Reasons to Buy (Pros)
- Flagship 200MP 1/1.4-inch ZEISS APO Periscope Telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom and telemacro + 50MP LYT-L910 main sensor
- Colossal 8,000 mAh BlueVolt Silicon-Carbon battery packed into a slim 7.95mm chassis with 90W wired and 40W wireless charging
- 6.85-inch 2K (1440 x 3168) 1-144Hz LTPO AMOLED display with Armor Glass and 4,400 nits peak brightness
- 2nm MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro with Mali-G2 Ultra NX GPU, IP68/IP69 protection, and support for external telephoto extenders
Reasons to Avoid (Cons)
- Large 229g footprint and prominent circular camera housing require two-handed grip
- Global availability is more limited than Samsung or Apple flagships
- No microSD expansion slot
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a Vivo smartphone that pairs a 6.85 inches, 114.3 cm2 (~91.2% screen-to-body ratio) (LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 1-144Hz, 2160Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 4400 nits (peak)) display with the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro (2 nm) + Vivo V4 Imaging Chip processor. Announced in 2026, September 28 (Available. Released 2026, October), the device is positioned for buyers looking for a competitive option around 1029.
Design and Display
On the outside, the Vivo X500 Pro Max measures 163.32 x 76.82 x 7.95 mm (6.43 x 3.02 x 0.31 in) and weighs 229 g (8.08 oz), featuring a Glass front (Armor Glass), Tideline Design glass back, aerospace-grade aluminum frame construction. The front is built around a 6.85 inches, 114.3 cm2 (~91.2% screen-to-body ratio) LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 1-144Hz, 2160Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 4400 nits (peak) panel with a resolution of 1440 x 3168 pixels, 19.8:9 ratio (~508 ppi density), giving users sharp text rendering and smooth scrolling for everyday browsing and media playback.
Performance, Software, and Memory
Powering the Vivo X500 Pro Max is the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro (2 nm) + Vivo V4 Imaging Chip SoC (Octa-core (1×4.50 GHz Cortex-X930 + 3×3.80 GHz Cortex-X4 + 4×2.80 GHz Cortex-A725)) paired with the ARM Mali-G2 Ultra NX GPU. Memory configurations include 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM (LPDDR5X Ultra + UFS 4.1) (Card slot: No). Out of the box, the phone runs Android 17, OriginOS 7 / Funtouch OS 17 (up to 5 major Android upgrades).
Camera Configuration
For photography, the rear camera setup consists of: 50 MP, f/1.57, 23mm (wide), 1/1.28" Sony LYT-L910, dual pixel PDAF, CIPA 5.5 gimbal OIS 200 MP, f/2.67, 85mm (ZEISS APO periscope telephoto), 1/1.4", multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom, 20x telephoto macro, supports external ZEISS teleconverter 50 MP, f/2.0, 14mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.51", dual pixel PDAF. Video capture on the main system supports 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, 10-bit Log, 4K@120fps slow-motion. On the front, selfie duties and video calls are handled by a 50 MP, f/2.0, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/2.76", AF camera.
Battery Life, Charging, and Connectivity
Battery capacity is rated at 8000 mAh (Si/C Li-Ion (BlueVolt 3rd-gen), non-removable), with charging support rated at 90W wired FlashCharge, 40W wireless FlashCharge, reverse wireless. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band) and USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), DisplayPort, OTG.
Vivo X500 Pro Max — Frequently Asked Questions
What processor and storage options does the Vivo X500 Pro Max have?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro (2 nm) + Vivo V4 Imaging Chip chipset with an Octa-core (1x4.50 GHz Cortex-X930 + 3x3.80 GHz Cortex-X4 + 4x2.80 GHz Cortex-A725) CPU and ARM Mali-G2 Ultra NX GPU. Memory and storage configurations include 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM (LPDDR5X Ultra + UFS 4.1).
What is the battery capacity and charging speed of the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max comes with a 8000 mAh battery (Li-Ion (Lithium Ion)) and supports 90W wired FlashCharge, 40W wireless FlashCharge, reverse wireless.
How good is the Vivo X500 Pro Max camera setup?
On the rear, the Vivo X500 Pro Max features 50 MP, f/1.57, 23mm (wide), 1/1.28" Sony LYT-L910, dual pixel PDAF, CIPA 5.5 gimbal OIS | 200 MP, f/2.67, 85mm (ZEISS APO periscope telephoto), 1/1.4", multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom, 20x telephoto macro, supports external ZEISS teleconverter | 50 MP, f/2.0, 14mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.51", dual pixel PDAF. It supports video recording at 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, 10-bit Log, 4K@120fps slow-motion. For selfies, it includes a 50 MP, f/2.0, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/2.76", AF front camera.
Does the Vivo X500 Pro Max support 5G, NFC, and a headphone jack?
Yes, the Vivo X500 Pro Max supports 5G networks (1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA). NFC support: Yes. 3.5mm headphone jack: No.
What is the price and release status of the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The estimated retail price of the Vivo X500 Pro Max is around $1,029. Market status: Available. Released 2026, October. Available colorways include Sunset Orange, Sunny White, Starry Gray, Moonlit Black.
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