Vivo’s X-series has quietly become the company’s playground for imaging experiments and bold hardware choices. The Vivo X300 Ultra is currently a mix of official hints and frequent leaks – looks aimed at one thing: pushing smartphone photography forward, while also bringing top-tier performance and a premium display. Below, I unpack what we know so far (official announcements where available, and reliable leaks where not), how the hardware stacks up, and what it could mean for buyers who love cameras.
- Headline claim: Dual/very high-resolution main cameras (reports say it may include two 200 MP sensors or a 200 MP main + 200 MP periscope combination).
- Chipset: Reported to use Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 on higher-spec Ultra variants (some X300 family models use Dimensity 9500 in other trims).
- Display: 6.8-inch, flat 2K OLED (WQHD+), likely LTPO with high refresh (120 Hz or adaptive).
- Battery/charging: Leaks point to a large capacity (around 6,000 mAh) with very fast wired charging on some region variants.
- Software: Android 16 with vivo’s skin (OriginOS / FunTouch variations depending on market).
Design & display
Leaks indicate Vivo is moving the Ultra away from heavily curved screens and toward a flat 6.8-inch 2K OLED, which improves day-to-day usability (fewer accidental touches, easier screen protectors) while keeping flagship pixel density and contrast. The panel is also reported to support LTPO, meaning variable refresh rates up to 120 Hz for a smooth UI and battery savings when static content is displayed. If true, this is a pragmatic evolution – combining flagship visual fidelity with better ergonomics than ultra-curved alternatives.
The build is expected to be premium: metal frame, glass back, and a camera island that houses huge sensors (more on that below). Vivo’s X-series typically focuses on slim profiles with elegant finishes, and the Ultra seems to continue that trend.
Performance
Rumors strongly point to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powering the Ultra variant — a 3nm-class flagship SoC — which would put the phone near the top for single-core and GPU performance for Android devices. Other members of the X300 family (non-Ultra trims) may use MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500, so expect regional/model splits. In practice, this means the Ultra should breeze through gaming, photography processing, and heavy multitasking — especially when paired with 12GB+ RAM and UFS 4.0 storage in higher SKUs.
Cameras
This is the headline: multiple credible leaks and coverage suggest the X300 Ultra will significantly up the ante on sensors and computational imaging.
- Dual 200 MP possibility: Several outlets and leakers claim Vivo may introduce two 200 MP sensors – reportedly a 200 MP primary (around a 35 mm equivalent focal length in some reports) plus a 200 MP periscope telephoto – which would be novel. Another, slightly more conservative interpretation is a single 200 MP main complemented by a high-end 200 MP (or very high-res) telephoto module. Either way, the scale of sensor resolution is large enough to enable new computational tricks (pixel binning, massive detail crops, and higher-quality digital zoom).
- Optical subsystems & ZEISS collaboration: vivo has been marketing ZEISS optics and teleconverter/ extender kits for the X300 series; reports indicate official telephoto extender accessory support in some markets, which suggests vivo is treating optical quality and accessory ecosystems as part of the camera story rather than pure sensor megapixel counts. That’s a good sign if you care about usable optical zoom.
- Ultra-wide / selfie: Expect a strong ultra-wide (circa 50 MP in leaks) and high-res front camera (around 50 MP again reported), consistent with vivo’s aim to cover every imaging angle with high native resolution.
What this means in practice: more megapixels can translate to better detail and larger crops only if sensor size, optics, and processing are also excellent. Vivo’s recent X models have combined large sensors with aggressive computational processing (fusion, AI denoise, HDR stacking). If vivo pairs those sensors with improved optics (ZEISS tuning, better periscope glass) and a potent imaging NPU, the X300 Ultra could produce significantly better long-range and high-detail shots than previous flagship phones. But megapixels alone are not a guarantee — real photos will decide.
Battery & charging
Multiple listings and leaks mention a 6,000 mAh battery and very fast wired charging (reports of 100–120W class solutions in some builds). That combination points to excellent battery life with short top-up times – an important counterweight to the power appetite of high-res sensors and big displays. Expect battery life to be among the stronger points if these specs hold up.
Software
Vivo typically ships X-series phones with a feature-rich skin (OriginOS/FunTouch) layered over Android. Expect advanced camera modes (pro RAW, multi-frame stacking), native support for external ZEISS teleconverters, and AI camera features that leverage an imaging NPU. There are also likely to be audio and connectivity niceties (stereo speakers, NFC, Wi-Fi 7 possible on some models) and multiple years of update commitments depending on region.
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Competition
If the X300 Ultra ships with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, dual 200 MP imaging hardware, a flat 2K LTPO OLED, and a big battery — its rivals would be Samsung’s S-series Ultra models and Apple’s Pro Max phones, both in imaging and price. The Ultra seems targeted at photography enthusiasts who want maximum detail and flexible zoom without necessarily carrying dedicated gear. If you prioritize Periscope Zoom and practical optical accessories (teleconverters), vivo’s accessory strategy could be a differentiator.
Release timing
At the moment, the X300 family (X300 / X300 Pro) has seen official launches — the Ultra has been the subject of recent leaks and early testing reports. Multiple outlets suggest an announcement or wider availability in late 2025 / early 2026 for global variants, with Indian market availability tipped for early December for non-Ultra models and the Ultra following shortly after in select regions. Pricing is not final; expect flagship pricing that positions the Ultra above the standard X300 and X300 Pro. Keep an eye on vivo’s official channels for the final launch date and regional SKUs.
Bottom line
The Vivo X300 Ultra – from credible leaks and Vivo’s own imaging marketing – promises to be an audacious imaging flagship: very high megapixel counts, radical camera hardware choices, flagship silicon, and a large, sharp, flat 2K LTPO display. If vivo pairs big sensors with great optics, a refined imaging pipeline, and usable optical zoom (plus the teleconverter accessory support), the X300 Ultra could be one of the most interesting camera-centric phones of its generation. Caveat: some details still come from leaks and could change before the official launch — but the overall direction is clear: vivo wants to make a statement in mobile photography again.