Reports have revealed that the upcoming Vivo X500 series will include four models, such as the X500e, X500, X500 Pro (or Pro Mini), and X500 Pro Max. Except for the X500e, all of the other models are said to be powered by the upcoming Dimensity 9600-series chip. A new leak, courtesy of tipster Digital Chat Station (DCS), has revealed the key specifications of the X500e for the first time.
Vivo X500e key specifications tipped
According to DCS, Vivo is preparing to launch a new e-branded phone in the X500 series. The leak reveals that the device could feature a 6.59-inch compact display and a Snapdragon 8-series chip. While the tipster did not specify the name of the phone, it appears that he could be referring to the Vivo X500e.
He further revealed that the device will feature a top-left square camera module housing ZEISS-tuned cameras. This means it will be sport a different design as compared to the other X500 models, which are expected to sport a round camera module. While the camera details remain under wraps, the device is tipped to include an IMX8-series periscope telephoto camera with a large sensor.
No launch timeline or additional specifications have been revealed yet. Hence, it is unclear whether the device will launch alongside the other Dimensity 9600-series-powered X500 models that are expected to break cover in September. Considering the fact that the phone is said to feature a Snapdragon 8-series chip, it may not launch alongside the other X500 models.
The more likely launch timeline for the X500e appears to be alongside the Vivo X500 Ultra, which is rumored to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chip. Hence, it appears that the X500e and X500 Ultra may debut together in the first half of 2027. However, it is too early to make any conclusions.
Vivo X500 FE’s existence in limbo
To recall, the China-exclusive Vivo S50 Pro Mini was rebranded as the Vivo X300 FE in global markets. The brand recently released the Vivo S60 series, comprising the S60 and S60e (also known as the Vitality Edition), in China. Surprisingly, Vivo skipped the S60 Pro Mini, and it is being said that the Vivo X500e will launch in its place in China.
As there may not be an S60 Pro Mini this time, it appears there may not be a Vivo X500 FE either, as the brand could launch the X500e in both China and global markets. Again, this is only an assumption, and readers should take rumors about the X500 FE’s non-existence with a pinch of salt.
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