Quick answer: The vivo X500 Series Malaysia lineup has launched with prices from RM4,699 and early-bird pre-orders open until 2 November 2026. The camera-led vivo X500 Pro Max carries an RRP of RM6,399 and is offered from RM6,099 during the early-bird period. Its optional 400mm Telephoto Kit bundle starts at RM6,998 after rebate, compared with an RRP from RM7,998. The vivo X500 Pro is the smaller 6.36-inch flagship, while the 6.85-inch Pro Max is the stronger upgrade for vivo X300 Pro owners who want to retain a 200MP telephoto camera.
The vivo X500 Series is not a simple annual specification bump. It splits vivo’s flagship camera idea into two clearer choices.
The vivo X500 Pro is a compact phone with the new Dimensity 9600 Pro, a 6,510mAh battery and a 64MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera. The vivo X500 Pro Max goes in the other direction with a larger 2K display, a 7,800mAh battery, a 200MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera and support for a 400mm equivalent telephoto extender.
That distinction matters if you are comparing either model with the previous vivo X300 Pro. On paper, the smaller X500 Pro improves processing, stabilisation and video features, but its telephoto hardware is not a straight upgrade from the X300 Pro’s 200MP system. The Pro Max is the model that carries that long-range camera concept forward.
vivo X500 Series Malaysia price and availability
vivo Malaysia announced the X500 Series on 27 October 2026. The series starts at RM4,699, with early-bird rewards available until 2 November 2026, subject to eligibility, stock and the campaign terms.
| Malaysia pricing | Price |
|---|---|
| vivo X500 RRP | From RM4,699 |
| vivo X500 with 200mm Telephoto Kit RRP | From RM5,698 |
| vivo X500 with 200mm Telephoto Kit advertised price after rebate | From RM5,198 |
| vivo X500 Pro Max RRP | From RM6,399 |
| vivo X500 Pro Max early-bird price | From RM6,099 |
| vivo X500 Pro Max with 400mm Telephoto Kit RRP | From RM7,998 |
| vivo X500 Pro Max with 400mm Telephoto Kit early-bird price | From RM6,998 |
| Early-bird offer ends | 2 November 2026 |
The launch campaign separates the offers by model. The base vivo X500 advertises rewards worth more than RM4,200 and an exclusive rebate of up to RM500. The X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max campaign advertises rewards worth more than RM4,700 and exclusive rebates from RM300 to RM1,000. Across the offers, selected buyers may also receive free gifts worth RM598, vivo Care benefits, payment rebates, trade-in support and three months of Google AI Pro with 5TB of cloud storage. Each benefit has separate eligibility, stock and payment conditions.
The updated launch material confirms that the base vivo X500 starts from RM4,699. It also lists the X500 with the 200mm Telephoto Kit at an RRP from RM5,698 and an advertised price from RM5,198 after the exclusive rebate. Storage configuration and final checkout price can vary, so check the live retailer listing before buying.
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vivo X500 Pro and Pro Max compared with the X300 Pro
The useful comparison is not simply new against old. The X500 Pro and Pro Max serve different priorities, while the X300 Pro sat between them as a large flagship with a 200MP telephoto camera. The table below combines vivo’s official X500 Series launch specifications with the company’s Malaysian X300 Pro specifications.
- X500 Pro: a smaller 6.36-inch flagship with newer processing and video tools, but a 64MP telephoto camera instead of the X300 Pro’s 200MP unit.
- X500 Pro Max: the telephoto-focused upgrade with a 200MP sensor, improved stabilisation, stronger tracking and an optional 400mm equivalent extender.
- Performance: both X500 Pro models move from the 3nm Dimensity 9500 generation to the 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro.
- Video: Stage Mode 3.0, cinematic Pro Log, 4K Dolby Vision Portrait Video and native 4K 240fps recording expand the creator toolkit.
- Battery: X500 Pro remains at 6,510mAh, while X500 Pro Max increases capacity to 7,800mAh.
| Feature | vivo X300 Pro | vivo X500 Pro | vivo X500 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flagship role | Large all-round imaging flagship | Compact imaging flagship | Top camera and video flagship |
| Display size | 6.78 inches | 6.36 inches | 6.85 inches, 2K |
| Processor | Dimensity 9500, 3nm | Dimensity 9600 Pro, 2nm | Dimensity 9600 Pro, 2nm |
| Main camera | 50MP, 1/1.28-inch, f/1.57, CIPA 5.5 | 50MP ZEISS TrueDynamic, 1/1.28-inch, f/1.57, CIPA 7.0 | 50MP ZEISS TrueDynamic, 1/1.28-inch, f/1.57, 3-degree gimbal OIS, CIPA 7.0 |
| Telephoto camera | 200MP ZEISS APO, 1/1.4-inch, 85mm equivalent | 64MP ZEISS APO, 1/2.0-inch, 85mm equivalent | 200MP ZEISS APO, 1/1.4-inch, 85mm equivalent |
| Long-range motion snapshot | Up to 20x | Up to 20x | Up to 30x |
| Optional telephoto extender | vivo ZEISS 2.35x Telephoto Extender | 200mm equivalent Gen 2 | 400mm equivalent Gen 2 Ultra, plus 200mm Gen 2 support |
| Headline video tools | Stage Mode 2.0, 4K 120fps Dolby Vision, 10-bit Log | Stage Mode 3.0, Cinematic Pro Log, 4K Dolby Vision Portrait, native 4K 240fps | Same core video tools, plus stronger tracking and 3-degree gimbal OIS |
| Battery | 6,510mAh | 6,510mAh | 7,800mAh |
| Charging | 90W wired, 40W wireless | 90W wired, 40W wireless | 90W wired, 40W wireless |
| Software generation | OriginOS 6 | OriginOS 7 | OriginOS 7 |
| Malaysia launch price | RM4,699 for 16GB + 512GB | X500 Series starts from RM4,699; verify the live Pro listing | RRP from RM6,399; early-bird from RM6,099 |
Specifications are useful, but they do not automatically predict image quality. The X500 generation benefits from newer processing, tracking and stabilisation, while sensor tuning and software can matter as much as pixel count. Independent camera tests are still needed before making an absolute image-quality judgement.
The X500 Pro Max is the real telephoto successor
The vivo X300 Pro already had an unusually capable 200MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor. That means the smaller X500 Pro’s 64MP, 1/2.0-inch telephoto camera should not be described as a straightforward hardware upgrade.
The X500 Pro compensates with CIPA 7.0 stabilisation, ZEISS T* coating, a newer processor, improved tracking and more advanced video tools. It may still deliver excellent results in practice, especially in a body built around a smaller 6.36-inch display. However, X300 Pro owners who regularly crop distant subjects or depend on the larger telephoto sensor should look more closely at the Pro Max.
The X500 Pro Max retains the 200MP resolution and 1/1.4-inch telephoto sensor class while adding CIPA 7.0 stabilisation, up to 60fps AF tracking in Snapshot Mode, 30x Long-Range Motion Snapshot and support for the 400mm equivalent vivo ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen 2 Ultra.
This is where the new model makes the strongest case. It does not merely promise more zoom. The combination of stabilisation, subject tracking and a dedicated optical extender is designed to improve the chances of getting a usable frame when the subject is distant, moving or partially obstructed.
Concert video is the X500 Series’ clearest new focus
vivo’s launch messaging is built around concerts, but the underlying tools are relevant to sports, stage events, wildlife and any scene where the subject moves unpredictably.
Stage Mode 3.0 introduces Auto Framing Fancam Video, 4K Dual-View Stage Video, 4K Stage All-in-One Recording and Super Telephoto Stage Snapshot. Auto framing is especially interesting because it addresses a practical problem: keeping a performer centred while they cross a stage at high zoom.
The Pro models also support Cinematic Pro Log Video, 4K Dolby Vision Portrait Video, 4K Cinematic Portrait Video and native 4K 240fps high-frame-rate recording. vivo says the TrueDynamic main camera can preserve up to 17 EV of dynamic range, which should help with bright stage lights against dark backgrounds. That 17 EV figure is a manufacturer claim and should be treated as such until independent tests show how much usable latitude reaches the final footage.
My view is that these video tools are more meaningful than another isolated megapixel increase. A technically sharp telephoto image is useful, but creators also need stable tracking, manageable exposure, predictable colour and framing assistance when they cannot repeat the moment.
Battery and performance: one upgrade and one deliberate trade-off
Both the vivo X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max use MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 Pro, built on a stated 2nm process. vivo claims better CPU, GPU and NPU performance with improved efficiency compared with the previous platform. As with the camera claims, final conclusions should wait for independent thermal and sustained-performance tests.
The battery story depends on the model. The X500 Pro keeps the same 6,510mAh capacity as the X300 Pro. Its advantage is not a larger battery, but fitting that capacity behind a much smaller 6.36-inch display.
The X500 Pro Max moves to 7,800mAh, an increase of 1,290mAh or approximately 20 percent over the X300 Pro. That extra capacity makes sense for a 6.85-inch 2K display and long recording sessions. Both X500 Pro models retain 90W wired and 40W wireless charging.
Bypass Charging is another practical addition for gaming and long video sessions because it can reduce the heat generated by repeatedly charging the battery while the phone is under load. The real benefit will depend on vivo’s power routing and thermal behaviour in sustained use.
OriginOS 7 matters if you move between Android and Apple devices
The X500 Series is the first phone lineup in Malaysia to launch with OriginOS 7. It adds Origin Workbench for floating-window multitasking, AI Recorder tools and broader cross-device connectivity.
vivo says the phones can connect with AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, Mac and iCloud, while Quick Share can work across the Apple ecosystem. This could be useful for creators who shoot on Android but edit on a Mac or iPad. Buyers should still check the setup requirements and feature limits for each Apple device, because cross-platform functions are rarely identical to Apple’s native integration.
Across the series, vivo also includes IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance, USB 3.2, a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint reader and an infrared blaster.
Should an X300 Pro owner upgrade?
Move to the X500 Pro Max if: you want stronger telephoto tracking, the 400mm extender option, a much larger battery, a larger 2K display or the new video modes. It is the closest continuation of the X300 Pro’s 200MP telephoto identity.
Choose the X500 Pro if: you want a smaller flagship and are willing to trade the X300 Pro’s larger 200MP telephoto sensor for a more compact body, newer video tools and improved stabilisation.
Keep the X300 Pro if: its 200MP telephoto system, 6,510mAh battery and 4K 120fps video already meet your needs. The new generation improves several areas, but the smaller X500 Pro is not an automatic camera upgrade and the Pro Max carries a significant price premium.
The X500 Pro Max costs RM1,700 more at RRP than the X300 Pro’s RM4,699 Malaysian launch price. Even at the RM6,099 early-bird price, the difference is RM1,400. That premium may be justified for serious long-range photography and video, but it is difficult to recommend for casual shooting alone.
Which vivo X500 model should you buy?
For most people, the decision is about size before specifications.
- Buy the vivo X500 Pro if you want flagship performance, strong video tools and a genuinely compact 6.36-inch form factor.
- Buy the vivo X500 Pro Max if the 200MP telephoto camera, 30x motion capture, 400mm extender support, 7,800mAh battery and larger 2K display are central to how you shoot.
- Keep or buy the vivo X300 Pro at a discount if you want a 200MP telephoto system without paying Pro Max pricing and do not need the latest tracking or 4K 240fps tools.
The Pro Max is the more exciting technical showcase. The smaller Pro may be the more sensible everyday phone. Calling one universally better misses the way vivo has deliberately separated portability from maximum camera hardware.
Verdict: a more specialised flagship series
The vivo X500 Series pushes mobile imaging in a useful direction. Instead of treating zoom as a single number, vivo is combining optics, stabilisation, tracking, framing and video workflow.
The X500 Pro Max is the model that best represents that ambition. Its 200MP telephoto camera, 400mm extender support, 7,800mAh battery and video-focused features make it the obvious choice for concerts, sports, wildlife and creators who regularly work at a distance.
The X500 Pro is more nuanced. It brings the same new flagship processor and much of the same video experience into a smaller body, but the 64MP telephoto camera means X300 Pro owners should not assume every camera specification has moved upward.
That is why my recommendation is simple. Choose the Pro for portability. Choose the Pro Max for the strongest camera system. If you already own the X300 Pro, upgrade only when the new tracking, video tools, battery or extender system solves a real limitation in the way you shoot.
vivo X500 Series Malaysia FAQ
What is the vivo X500 price in Malaysia?
The vivo X500 starts from RM4,699 in Malaysia. The X500 with the 200mm Telephoto Kit has an RRP from RM5,698 and is advertised from RM5,198 after the exclusive rebate, subject to campaign terms.
What are the vivo X500 Series prices in Malaysia?
The vivo X500 Series starts from RM4,699 in Malaysia. The vivo X500 Pro Max has an RRP from RM6,399 and an early-bird price from RM6,099 until 2 November 2026, subject to the campaign terms.
What is the vivo X500 Pro Max 400mm Telephoto Kit price?
The vivo X500 Pro Max with the 400mm Telephoto Kit bundle starts from RM6,998 after the early-bird rebate. Its stated RRP starts from RM7,998. The extender is an optional accessory and is not included with the standard phone package.
What is the difference between the vivo X500 Pro and Pro Max?
The X500 Pro is a compact 6.36-inch flagship with a 64MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera and 6,510mAh battery. The X500 Pro Max has a 6.85-inch 2K display, a 200MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera, 7,800mAh battery, stronger tracking and support for the 400mm equivalent extender.
Should X300 Pro owners upgrade to the vivo X500 Pro?
It is an upgrade in processor generation, stabilisation and video features, and it is significantly more compact. However, its 64MP, 1/2.0-inch telephoto camera is not a direct hardware upgrade over the X300 Pro’s 200MP, 1/1.4-inch telephoto camera. X300 Pro owners should compare the X500 Pro Max if telephoto photography is their priority.
Which vivo X500 model is best for concert video?
Both Pro models include Stage Mode 3.0, Auto Framing Fancam Video and advanced 4K recording tools. The X500 Pro Max is the stronger option for distant performers because it adds a 200MP telephoto camera, 60fps AF tracking in Snapshot Mode, 30x Long-Range Motion Snapshot and 400mm extender support.
Does the vivo X500 Series support wireless charging?
Yes. The vivo X500 Pro Max, X500 Pro and X500 support 40W wireless FlashCharge and 90W wired FlashCharge, according to vivo Malaysia.
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This article is based on vivo Malaysia’s launch materials and official product pages, with historical X300 Pro pricing checked against Malaysian launch coverage. Manufacturer performance, stabilisation, battery-life and dynamic-range claims should be treated as brand testing until independent reviews are available. Pricing and promotions were checked on 28 October 2026 and may change.