Vivo has unveiled its first phones powered by the Dimensity 9500, the X300 and X300 Pro, and the camera-focused X300 is already popping up at popular import retailers. That means you can get your hands on the compact, Zeiss-tuned 200 MP flagship before any wider rollout, with pricing that’s surprisingly close to its tags in China.
Early buyers can expect the 12 GB RAM + 256 GB model to start around $769 to $770, while the top-tier 16 GB + 1 TB configuration sits near $1,019. Those are compelling numbers for a compact premium phone aimed squarely at mobile photography enthusiasts.
There are important caveats with importing. Units ship with Chinese firmware: you’ll have multiple language options, but also some pre-installed China-specific apps. Features commonly expected on global models, such as Android Auto, may not function. Warranty coverage is handled by the retailer and won’t match an official regional warranty, so factor that into your decision.
What makes the X300 stand out is how much flagship hardware Vivo squeezed into a smaller body. The 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED display delivers a 120 Hz variable refresh rate for smooth scrolling and gaming, peaks at an eye-searing 4,500 nits for outdoor visibility, and can drop to just one nit for late-night reading.
The star of the show is on the back: a 200 MP primary camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor co-engineered with Zeiss for sharp detail and refined color. It’s joined by a 50 MP ultrawide using Samsung’s JN1 sensor and a 50 MP Sony LYT-602 APO telephoto with 3x optical zoom for crisp portraits and tighter framing. A 50 MP front camera handles selfies and video calls. In short, it’s a photography-first flagship that doesn’t force you into a giant phone.
Performance comes courtesy of the Dimensity 9500, MediaTek’s latest high-end chipset, designed for demanding apps, advanced imaging pipelines, and efficient power draw. Speaking of power, the X300 packs a sizeable 6,040 mAh battery with 90 W fast wired charging and 40 W wireless charging, so you’ll spend less time tethered to a wall. Rounding out the hardware are dual stereo speakers, IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance, Wi‑Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.4.
Quick specs at a glance:
– Chipset: Dimensity 9500
– Display: 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz, up to 4,500 nits, down to 1 nit
– Rear cameras: 200 MP main (1/1.4-inch) + 50 MP ultrawide (Samsung JN1) + 50 MP telephoto (Sony LYT-602 APO, 3x optical zoom)
– Front camera: 50 MP
– Battery and charging: 6,040 mAh, 90 W wired, 40 W wireless
– Audio and durability: Dual stereo speakers, IP68/IP69
– Connectivity: Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4
– Memory and storage: Up to 16 GB RAM and 1 TB storage
If you’ve been waiting for a compact Android flagship with serious camera credentials, the Vivo X300 checks nearly every box. Just keep the import-specific trade-offs in mind—Chinese firmware quirks and non-standard warranty support—when weighing an early purchase versus waiting to see if an official global version arrives.
