Vivo to launch X500 series and Watch GT2 in India on November 26

Vivo is bringing its new X500 smartphone series and the Watch GT2 to India on November 26, 2026. The company announced the launch plan on Thursday, 12 November, through an official press release and social media teasers.

Models and Specs

Vivo will introduce three models in the lineup: the Vivo X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max. The X500 Pro and Pro Max run on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset, while the standard model is expected to use the Dimensity 9600M. Screen sizes vary across the range, with a 6.36-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display on the Pro, a 6.85-inch display on the Pro Max, and a 6.59-inch AMOLED screen on the base X500. All three models support a fast 144 Hz refresh rate and run on Android 17-based OriginOS 7 with built-in AI tools.

Camera and Pricing

Camera setups include a 50 MP Sony LYTIA 910 primary sensor and a 200 MP Samsung ISOCELL HP0 periscope telephoto camera on the Pro Max. Leaked pricing shows the entry-level X500 starting at ₹1,19,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage version. The X500 Pro is tipped to cost ₹1,49,999, and the Pro Max could start at ₹1,59,999, going up to ₹1,79,999 for a 512GB variant. A Pro Max Master Set kit may also cost up to ₹2,29,999, though official India prices are yet to be confirmed.

Context

Smartphone brands often time major flagship launches and companion wearable devices together to capture consumer interest during high-volume shopping periods. Premium smartphone pricing in India has steadily climbed as manufacturers pack in advanced camera sensors, high-refresh-rate displays, and specialized chipsets.