Vivo’s next X-series flagship phones could pack a serious punch with fresh MediaTek chips and a much larger battery. The upcoming Vivo X500 lineup is expected to debut with the new Dimensity 9600 and 9600 Pro processors, along with a battery capacity bump to around 7000mAh, potentially setting a new standard for the series.
The Vivo X300 series launched in October 2023, featuring the X300 and X300 Pro models powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chip. Now, according to Weibo insider Smart Pikachu, Vivo is gearing up for a significant upgrade with the X500 series, which will likely be the first to incorporate MediaTek’s latest flagship Dimensity chips.
The insider claims the base Vivo X500 will adopt the standard Dimensity 9600, while the X500 Pro ups the ante with the Dimensity 9600 Pro, offering enhanced performance. These chips come as MediaTek’s latest silicon, designed to compete head-to-head with Qualcomm’s top-tier Snapdragon processors.
Alongside the processor upgrade, the X500 series may also see a noteworthy boost in battery life, reportedly packing cells around 7000mAh – a sizable increase from previous generations that could appeal to power users.
MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 isn’t exclusive to Vivo; rumors suggest Oppo is also planning to use it in its Find X10 series, signaling wider adoption of these chips among prominent Chinese smartphone brands. This follows a trend where MediaTek aggressively challenges Qualcomm’s dominance in premium chipsets.
Official details about the Vivo X500 remain scarce, so treat this info as early leaks. Meanwhile, Qualcomm is reportedly developing two new versions of its flagship chip. The next-generation Snapdragon is expected to power devices like the rumored successor to the OnePlus 15, potentially branded Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro.
As the battle between MediaTek and Qualcomm heats up, the Vivo X500 series could be a key focus. Watch for how these new chips and battery upgrades translate into real-world performance and whether Vivo can leverage them to gain an edge against global rivals.