Vivo has unveiled its latest flagship smartphone, the X300s, at its spring launch event in China, alongside the X300 Ultra. Designed to combine flagship performance with professional-grade photography and long-lasting battery life, the X300s positions itself as a versatile device for both tech enthusiasts and everyday users.
Design and Build: Sleek, Durable, and Premium
The Vivo X300s features a glass front and back with an aluminum alloy frame, giving it a premium look and feel. Measuring 162 x 75.5 x 8 mm and weighing 217 grams, it balances a large screen with comfortable handling. The device also comes with IP68/IP69 certification, making it dust-tight and water-resistant—able to withstand immersion up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes and high-pressure water jets.
Immersive 6.78-Inch LTPO AMOLED Display
The X300s boasts a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display capable of rendering 1 billion colors. It supports a 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and HDR Vivid, providing smooth scrolling, responsive touch, and vibrant visuals. With a 20:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1260 x 2800 pixels (~452 ppi), the display delivers sharp detail while occupying ~91% screen-to-body ratio. Reinforced glass and Ultra HDR image support ensure durability and stunning media playback.
Flagship Performance with Dimensity 9500
Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset built on a 3nm process, the X300s delivers top-tier performance. Its octa-core CPU configuration (1×4.21 GHz C1-Ultra, 3×3.5 GHz C1-Premium, 4×2.7 GHz C1-Pro) combined with the Arm G1-Ultra GPU ensures smooth multitasking, high-end gaming, and intensive app usage. The phone runs Android 16 with OriginOS 6 and is promised up to 5 major Android upgrades, keeping it future-proof.
Memory and Storage Options
The X300s comes in multiple high-performance configurations with UFS 4.1 storage:
- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- 12GB RAM + 512GB storage
- 16GB RAM + 512GB storage
- 16GB RAM + 1TB storage
This wide range of options allows users to choose based on their multitasking and storage needs.
Professional Zeiss Cameras for Stunning Photography
Photography is a key focus of the X300s. It features a triple rear camera setup:
- 200MP wide camera with f/1.7 aperture, PDAF, OIS, and Zeiss optics
- 50MP periscope telephoto with 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS
- 50MP ultrawide with 119° field of view
Optional add-on lenses include a 200mm 2.35x optical zoom lens, also utilizing Zeiss T lens coating* for exceptional image quality. Features like Color Spectrum Sensor, Laser AF, panorama mode, HDR, and 3D LUT import enhance creative control. Video recording supports 4K at 30/60/120fps, 1080p up to 240fps, and gyro-EIS stabilization.
The 50MP front camera ensures sharp selfies and smooth video calls, with HDR support and 4K video recording at 30/60fps.
Audio and Connectivity
The X300s features stereo speakers, providing clear and immersive sound. It supports Wi-Fi 6/6E/7, Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX HD and LHDC 5, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC, and BDS positioning. Additional connectivity options include NFC, infrared port, USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, and DisplayPort support.
Massive 7100mAh Battery with Fast Charging
Powering the X300s is a 7100mAh battery, capable of lasting through heavy usage. It supports 90W wired charging, 40W wireless charging, and reverse wired charging, making it versatile for modern usage and on-the-go charging needs.
Pricing, Availability, and Color Options
The Vivo X300s is available in multiple configurations:
- 12GB + 256GB: 4,999 yuan (~$735)
- 16GB + 512GB: 5,499 – 5,999 yuan (~$810–$885)
- 16GB + 1TB: 6,999 yuan (~$1,030)
The device comes in Black, Silver, Purple, and Green and is open for pre-orders in China, with sales beginning April 3, 2026.
Final Thoughts
The Vivo X300s is a compelling flagship smartphone, combining powerful Dimensity 9500 performance, professional Zeiss cameras, and a long-lasting 7100mAh battery. With its premium build, high-refresh-rate display, and advanced photography features, it caters to users looking for both performance and creativity in a single device.
Images Credits: Vivo X300s
