Let’s be honest: most “flagship” phones these days are just incremental updates. A slightly faster chip, a marginally better screen—yawn. But then comes the Vivo X300 Pro 5G, and suddenly, the entire industry looks nervous. Launched in India at a premium price of ₹1,09,999, this isn’t just a smartphone; it’s a professional camera that happens to make phone calls.
The real truth is, Vivo has stopped competing with other phones and started competing with professional mirrorless cameras. With a 200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto lens and the world-first MediaTek Dimensity 9500, the specs are bordering on overkill. But at over a lakh, is it actually worth your money, or are you just paying for the blue ZEISS logo? Don’t waste your money if you just want a phone for WhatsApp and Instagram—this is a beast meant for the obsessed. Let’s dive deep into the details.
QUICK SPECS TABLE
If you love numbers, this table is your playground.
| Feature | Vivo X300 Pro 5G Specification |
| Display | 6.78-inch BOE Q10+ LTPO AMOLED, 1.5K, 4500 Nits Peak |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 (3nm All-Big-Core) |
| RAM/Storage | 16GB LPDDR5X Ultra |
| Rear Camera | 50MP Main (Sony LYT-828) + 50MP Ultrawide + 200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto |
| Front Camera | 50MP Eye-AF Selfie |
| Battery | 6,510mAh BlueVolt (Semi-Solid State Tech) |
| Charging | 90W FlashCharge (0-100% in 42 mins) + 40W Wireless |
| Durability | IP68 + IP69 Water & Dust Resistance |
| Software | OriginOS 6 (Based on Android 16) |
DESIGN & BUILD (Deep Dive)
The Vivo X300 Pro is a statement piece. It’s thick, it’s heavy (226 grams), and that camera “oreo” on the back is impossible to miss. But the moment you hold it, you realize where that money went. The Unibody 3D Glass back feels like polished marble, and the frame is a chilled, high-grade aluminum.
- The In-Hand Feel: Because of the 1.05mm symmetric bezels, the screen feels like it’s floating. It’s a large phone, no doubt, but the curved edges help it sit comfortably in the palm.
- Ruggedness: It’s not just water-resistant; it’s practically submarine-grade. With both IP68 and IP69 ratings, it can survive high-pressure hot water jets—not that you should take it into a pressure cooker, but it’s nice to know.
DISPLAY & VISUALS
The BOE Q10+ AMOLED panel is a technical marvel. At 4500 nits peak brightness, it’s currently one of the brightest screens in the world.
- Outdoor Test: In the harsh afternoon sun of Mumbai, the screen remains perfectly legible. It feels like looking at a printed magazine rather than a digital display.
- Eye Care: Vivo has packed in 2160Hz PWM dimming. If you are someone who gets headaches from using phones at night, the X300 Pro is your best friend. The “Night Eye Protection Mode 3.0” actually works by adjusting color temperature based on your body’s circadian rhythm.
PERFORMANCE & GAMING
Most people think “MediaTek” is for budget phones. The real truth is that the Dimensity 9500 inside this phone is beating the Snapdragon 8 Elite in several benchmarks. It uses an “All-Big-Core” architecture, meaning it doesn’t have tiny efficiency cores—it’s all power, all the time.
- Gaming Stress Test: We played Genshin Impact at Max Settings for 60 minutes. The frame rate stayed at a rock-solid 60 FPS.
- Heating: Thanks to the V3+ imaging chip handling the camera loads, the main processor stays cool. The phone reached 42°C during heavy gaming, which is standard for a flagship.
- Multitasking: With 16GB of physical RAM and 16GB of Extended RAM, you can literally open 40 apps and none of them will reload.
CAMERA: THE ZEISS REVOLUTION
This is why you are here. The triple-camera setup is tuned by ZEISS, but the 200MP APO Telephoto is the showstopper.
- Zoom Quality: At 3.5x optical zoom, it’s better than most main cameras. Even at 10x digital, the images look like they were taken with a prime lens.
- APO Designation: “APO” stands for Apochromatic. In simple English, this means the lens is designed to prevent color fringing (those weird purple lines you see on tree leaves against a bright sky). No other phone offers this level of optical correction.
- Video: It supports 4K 120fps recording with 10-bit Log. If you are a YouTuber or a wedding filmmaker, this phone can legitimately serve as your B-roll camera.
BATTERY & ENDURANCE
Small batteries are a thing of the past. Vivo has used Semi-Solid State Battery technology to cram 6510mAh into a body that isn’t much thicker than last year’s model.
- Battery Drain: On a heavy day of photography, 5G usage, and gaming, we still ended the day with 30% left. It is a true two-day phone for light users.
- Charging: The 90W FlashCharge takes you from 0-50% in about 18 minutes. A full charge to 100% takes 42 minutes. While some rivals offer 120W, the massive capacity here makes 90W feel plenty fast.
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THE COMPETITION
Vivo X300 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max
| Feature | Vivo X300 Pro 5G | Samsung S25 Ultra | iPhone 17 Pro Max |
| Main Camera | 50MP (1-inch type) | 200MP | 48MP |
| Telephoto | 200MP APO (King) | 50MP | 48MP |
| Battery | 6510mAh | 5000mAh | ~4800mAh |
| Charging | 90W | 45W | 27W |
| Price (India) | ₹1,09,999 | ₹1,29,999 | ₹1,59,900 |
Winner: The Vivo X300 Pro 5G is the winner for photographers and power users. It offers a larger battery, faster charging, and a vastly superior telephoto system for ₹20,000 less than the Samsung and ₹50,000 less than the iPhone.
FINAL VERDICT
Buy it if:
- You are a photography enthusiast who wants the best zoom and portraits in the business.
- You are tired of your phone dying by 7 PM (that 6510mAh battery is no joke).
- You want a unique design that stands out from the “me-too” crowd of glass slabs.
Skip it if:
- You find OriginOS/Funtouch OS too cluttered compared to Clean Android.
- You prefer a flat, light phone (this is a heavy, curved-glass beast).
- You don’t care about cameras—you can get similar performance in an iQOO for ₹30,000 less.
FAQs (People Also Ask)
Q1: Does the Vivo X300 Pro 5G support eSIM in India?
Yes, the Indian variant supports Dual SIM (Nano + Nano) as well as eSIM functionality.
Q2: What is the benefit of the ZEISS Telephoto Extender?
Sold separately for around ₹19,000, it’s a physical lens that clips onto the phone to give you even more optical reach. It’s the first of its kind for a modern smartphone.
Q3: Is the Dimensity 9500 better than Snapdragon 8 Elite?
In raw CPU multi-core tasks, they are neck-and-neck. The Snapdragon has a slight edge in GPU (gaming), but the Dimensity is more efficient for daily tas
Q4: Can the camera record 8K video?
Yes, the Vivo X300 Pro supports 8K video recording at 30fps on the main sensor.
Q5: Is it waterproof?
Yes, with an IP68 and IP69 rating, it is protected against submersion and high-pressure water jets.