vivo X300 FE launched in India starting at Rs. 79,999 with 6.31-inch 1.5K 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC

Vivo has officially launched its latest compact smartphone in the X300 series, the X300 FE in India, as previously announced. Positioned as a lifestyle-focused flagship, the device blends a compact design with top-tier hardware, a ZEISS co-engineered camera system, and a wide range of AI-powered features.

Design and Display -

The vivo X300 FE features a 16.04 cm (6.31-inch) flat display with an impressive peak brightness of up to 5,000 nits. It incorporates ZEISS Master Color Display technology to deliver accurate and vibrant visuals.

• Build - The phone is crafted with an aerospace-grade aluminum frame, complemented by smooth, rounded edges and a flat profile to reduce accidental touches.
• Camera Design - The rear houses a horizontally aligned camera module with a “floating droplet cold-sculpting” design that blends seamlessly into the back while minimizing smudges.

Camera Hardware and Computational Photography -

Photography is a key focus, with a camera system co-developed by vivo and ZEISS.

Camera Setup -

• Main Camera - 50MP ZEISS lens powered by the Sony IMX921 sensor.
• Telephoto - 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto lens with up to 100x digital zoom, featuring the vivo ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen 2 and a 200mm equivalent focal length using a compact Kepler-based optical design.
• Ultra-Wide - 8MP sensor for wide-angle shots.
• Front Camera - 50MP ZEISS wide-angle lens.

Imaging Features -

• ZEISS Multifocal Portrait - Supports focal lengths of 23mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, and 100mm, along with ZEISS Style Bokeh and adaptive flash portrait lighting.
• AI Capabilities - Includes AI True Clarity Engine for RAW-level enhancement, AI-powered 200MP upscaling, and a dedicated Street Photography Mode with fast capture and 14-bit processing.
• Video Recording - Supports 4K at 60FPS, 4K at 120FPS, and up to 8K at 30FPS.

AI Capabilities -

The X300 FE brings together a wide range of AI-powered features across imaging, audio, and system-level functions:

• AI Creative Camera - Automatically identifies scenes and suggests over 25 styles such as Sunlight, Mist Spotlight, Phoenix, and Snowy.
• AI Editing Tools - Includes features like Live Cutout, AI Magic Move, AI Image Expander, AI Reflection Erase, and AI Erase for precise photo editing.
• System AI - Offers AI Search for natural language queries, AI Creation for rewriting, summarizing, and translation, and AI Captions for real-time transcription and multilingual translation.
• Audio Enhancements - Comes with an AI Audio Noise Eraser that isolates voices from background noise.

Performance, Battery, and Cooling -

The device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, built on a custom Oryon architecture with an all-big-core configuration.

• Memory & Storage - Paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage.
• Cooling System - Features a 4005 mm² VC liquid cooling setup along with high-performance thermal graphite to maintain stable temperatures during intensive tasks.
• Battery & Charging - Packs a 6,500 mAh battery—claimed to be the largest in India for this size category—supporting 90W wired FlashCharge and 40W wireless FlashCharge.
• Connectivity - Includes AI SuperLink for better signal stability in low-network areas, along with NFC support for contactless payments.

Durability and Security -

The vivo X300 FE is designed with durability and protection in mind:

• Protection Ratings - IP68 and IP69 certified for dust and water resistance, including submersion up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.
• Build Strength - Uses SCHOTT Xensation cover glass and carries SGS Five-Star Drop Resistance certification, meeting military-grade durability standards.
• Biometrics - Features Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanning 2.0, capable of accurate detection even with wet fingers.

Software Experience: OriginOS 6 -

The smartphone runs on OriginOS 6, offering several new productivity and ecosystem features:

• Origin Island - A dynamic notification hub that supports multitasking features like “Drag & Go” and shows real-time connectivity updates, including compatibility with Apple AirPods.
• vivo Office Kit - Enables screen mirroring, seamless file transfers, and remote PC control.
• Shake & Share - Allows quick cross-platform file sharing with nearby Android and iOS devices by simply shaking the phone.
• Privacy & Updates - Includes a secure “Private Space” for encrypted data storage. vivo also promises 5 years of OS updates and 7 years of security patches.

vivo X300 FE Specifications -

Pricing and Availability -

The vivo X300 FE comes in Urban Olive, Lilac Purple, and Noir Black colors. It will be available from May 14th on India's online store, Flipkart, Amazon.in, and offline stores with pre-bookings starting today. Prices are -

• 12GB RAM/256GB storage version - Rs. 79,999
• 12GB RAM/512GB storage version - Rs. 89,999

Accessories Prices are -

• vivo ZEISS Telephoto Extender Accessories Kit – Rs. 3,999
• vivo ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen 2 – Rs. 15,999
• vivo  X300 FE + Extender + Accessories Kit – Rs. 99,997

Launch offers are -

Mainline Offers -

• The bundle (including the X300 FE base variant, extender, and accessories kit) is available at INR 95,997 after a flat INR 4,000 discount.
• Buyers can opt for a 24-month zero-cost EMI plan at INR 4,000 per month with zero down payment, inclusive of the extender and accessories kit.
• Alternatively, customers can avail an additional 10% instant cashback on select bank cards.
• A special upgrade bonus of INR 5,000 is also available for eligible users.
• The package includes 1 year of complimentary extended warranty.
• Users can get up to 60% discount on V-Shield protection plans.
• An assured buyback offer of up to 70% is available at INR 799.
• Jio benefits include up to 5000GB of data.

Online Offers -

• The same bundle is priced at INR 95,997 after a flat INR 4,000 discount.
• Customers can avail an additional 10% instant cashback using select bank cards (HDFC, SBI, and Axis).
• A 24-month zero-cost EMI option at INR 4,000 per month with zero down payment is also available, including the extender and accessories kit.
• Buyers can also get an additional INR 5,000 upgrade bonus.
• The offer includes 1 year of free extended warranty.
• Jio users can avail the benefits of up to 5000GB of data.