Vivo has the X series to thank for their stronghold in India. The latest member of the family, the Vivo X300 Pro, builds on the foundations laid by the Vivo X200 Pro and the series’ reputation and takes the camera experience to a whole new level. There is no competitor to this phone camera. Launched next to the base variant, the Vivo X300 Pro is powered by MediaTek’s chipset and complemented by the new OriginOS with its enhanced customization and AI-powered cross-device connectivity.
Vivo X300 Pro goes head to head with Oppo’s Find X9 Pro; both allow you to move past standard camera lenses and even play with a telephoto extender. Now, let’s check the Vivo X300 Pro’s results.
Design and Display
Vivo X300 Pro continues the X200 Pro's styling with a gigantic circle of lenses and the ZEISS logo. It has a very large body, and the display of 6.78 inches goes with the weight of 226 grams. Still, the weight is more on the upper side due to the large protruding camera module. It becomes a bit uncomfortable during long usage. The SIM card slot, speaker, and USB Type-C port are located at the bottom. The volume and power buttons made of aluminum alloy are on the right side. The grip on the device is strong and the back side does not attract fingerprints. The quick button on the left can be set for modes such as camera, ring, silent, etc. The phone has an IP68 and IP69 rating for dust and water resistance, but do not immerse in the sea, and avoid deep diving.
The 6.78 LTPO AMOLED flat display in X300 Pro is vast, and the almost non-existing bezels allow you to explore an enormous canvas. The 120 Hz refresh rate is useful when viewing content. The Dolby Vision enabled display dims to 1 Hz in the dark. The display can reach 4,500 nits brightness, which is more than enough for daytime use. The 452 ppi is more than enough to make it an attractive device.
Performance
The Vivo X300 Pro is powered by the same chip as the X300, which is the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. The 3nm chip gave excellent performance during my use of the phone that was mainly for photography and media consumption. The performance is fast and smooth no matter what is done with the phone. Stress in the form of heating was not experienced at all. The only case was when the camera shooting was done at pro RAW settings like 200 MP, it would take only a few seconds. The 16 GB LPDDR5X Ultra RAM is a big support for the camera phone as it enables a lot quicker processing. The 512 GB UFS 4.1 storage is more than enough for a flagship phone to store your memories. I will not stress too much on the OriginOS 6 which the phone runs since I have already talked about it in the Vivo X300 review. In general, the new skin is a refreshing change.
Camera
Vivo X300 Pro is nothing but a camera monster which can easily give the quality of a DSLR in case a telephoto extender is used with it. Even without, it’s going to be a really tough competition for any Android or Apple phone in 2025.
The phone boasts a trio of ZEISS lenses; 50 MP main, 50 MP ultrawide, and 200 MP telephoto with each having CIPA 5.5 rating. The main lens is made of Sony Lyt 828, the ultrawide is JN1, and the telephoto has HPB technology. There’s also a 50 MP front-facing camera which was upgraded from 32 MP.
No matter the conditions, the primary camera always gives mind-blowing results. It does not fail to catch any details and it does the colour and temperature the same way as naked eye. The natural feel of the pictures is very much liked.
The primary sensor does not alter the colour and also does not apply strong filter effects using AI. In case you want it, there are modes provided where you can play around with the images according to your mood. The CIPA 5.5 rating indicates that it offers excellent stabilisation and indeed, it does. You can very well click nice shots while walking or if the subject is moving.
The ultrawide lens gets the whole picture but its resolution is just good enough for the large canvas to look gorgeous.
In the X300 Pro, 200 MP telephoto camera is the beginning. And it does wonders! I am a phone reviewer for almost ten years now and this is the first time I see a pro-photography phone. It is like going very far and at the same time going very deep, without losing or giving up anything. The whole process of producing pictures is simply to be with the output that's merely magical.
The 3.5x optical zoom creates amazing portraits which you can crop and re-crop unlimitedly. Portraits get the proper treatment even with respect to edge detection and tone preservation. This holds true no matter where in terms of focal length you shoot. The macro of 15 cm goes deep inside and presents very clearly what is there. The CIPA 5.5 rating means that for birding and nature photography the periscope sensor works as well as the human photographer does. I got quite a few beautiful pictures of birds and animals that were in motion because of this.
With the telephoto extender (accessory sold separately) attached, Vivo X300 Pro becomes the DSLR or mirrorless camera of the day. You get the option to zoom in for a degree of 1600mm and however you want to bring the magic in. The elevation of the camera experience to a completely new level is the great plus in the case of this camera.
Battery
Vivo has integrated a huge battery of 6,510mAh and has also included a 90W fast charger in the box. It is also compatible with 40W wireless charging. The battery adds to the performance of the phone and thus allows users to go out and have fun exploring. Heavy shooting and recording can easily consume an entire day of battery life; otherwise, normal usage can stretch it for a full two days. Heat generation is not a problem either. Charging with 90W takes about 40-45 minutes to be fully charged. The 40W wireless charging is an added benefit.
Verdict
Vivo X300 Pro is indeed a camera phone that has all the qualities to receive lot of their praises and to be the center of attraction. It is a device meant for photographers—both amateurs and professionals. The X300 Pro can easily win your affection with its outstanding range and potential. The 200 MP telephoto lens performs wonders with the telephoto extender on. It has a beautiful and vivid display along with an effective and very elegant design which is similar to a camera aperture, and a long-lasting battery. The chip is a key player in AI and raw photography processing. The new OriginOS 6 makes it modern and easy to use.
The price of Vivo X300 Pro is ₹1,09,999 in India. It is in a range where Find X9 Pro is also placed, but it goes beyond it because of its astounding camera expertise and ease of use. If you are moving from X200 Pro, then the new device has a lot to offer you and for others, the X300 Pro is simply exceptional and invincible.