Vivo X300 Pro Review: The New Camera King with a 200MP Zeiss Periscope!

The real truth is, we have reached a point where smartphone cameras aren’t just “good”—they are becoming scary. The Vivo X300 Pro has just landed in India with a price tag of ₹1,09,999, and it isn’t here to play nice. While Samsung and Apple are busy making incremental updates, Vivo has gone “All-In” with a 200MP Zeiss APO Telephoto lens that claims to replace your entry-level DSLR.

But let’s talk facts. For over a lakh, you aren’t just buying a camera; you’re buying a daily driver. With the massive 6,510mAh BlueVolt battery and the world-first Dimensity 9500 chip, the hype is at an all-time high. Is this the masterpiece Vivo claims it to be, or is it just another expensive piece of glass? Don’t waste your money until you read this deep-dive analysis.

QUICK SPECS TABLE:

DESIGN & BUILD (Deep Dive):

The Vivo X300 Pro doesn’t just look premium; it feels dense. Weighing in at 226 grams, it’s a heavy-hitter, literally. The back is a mix of glass and glass fiber (Dune Gold), giving it a texture that feels like silk but grips like leather.

The Build Quality: Vivo has introduced Armor Glass protection which they claim is significantly more drop-resistant than previous generations. The most impressive part? Despite the huge 6,510mAh battery, the phone is only 7.99mm thin. The “Big Eye” camera module on the back is a polarizing design—you’ll either love the professional look or find it too bulky. However, the IP69 rating is the real winner here. While IP68 handles a dunk in the pool, IP69 means this phone can withstand high-pressure, high-temperature water jets. Basically, it’s rain-proof, coffee-proof, and bucket-proof.

DISPLAY & VISUALS:

Vivo uses the BOE Q10+ LTPO AMOLED panel, and it is a visual treat. At 4,500 nits peak brightness, you can read a Kindle book under the direct midday sun in Rajasthan without squinting.

• The Visual Experience: Colors are punchy but accurate, thanks to the Zeiss Natural Color 2.0 mode.
• Eye Safety: It features 2160Hz PWM Dimming, which means if you are scrolling through Twitter at 2:00 AM, your eyes won’t feel like they’re being poked with needles.
• The “Circular Polarization 2.0” Tech: This is a hidden gem. If you wear polarized sunglasses, most phone screens look black or distorted at certain angles. Vivo has fixed this—the screen stays crystal clear even with your Ray-Bans on.

PERFORMANCE & GAMING:

The Dimensity 9500 is a monster. In our AnTuTu v11 stress tests, this phone crossed the 3.5 million mark.

Real-World Usage:

• Multitasking: With 16GB of actual RAM and 16GB of “Virtual RAM,” the phone refuses to kill background apps. You can leave Genshin Impact paused, go take a 20-minute nap, and it will still be exactly where you left it.
• Gaming Stress Test: We played BGMI at “Ultra HDR” settings. The phone stayed a stable 90fps for the first 30 minutes. However, the real truth is that the area around the camera module gets noticeably warm (43°C) after an hour of heavy gaming. It doesn’t lag, but you’ll definitely feel the heat through the back panel.

CAMERA: THE ZEISS REVOLUTION:

This is why you are paying ₹1.1 Lakh. The 200MP Periscope Telephoto lens is the most advanced piece of glass we’ve seen on a phone yet.

• The Zoom Quality: At 3.7x optical zoom, the detail is surgical. At 10x digital, it still looks better than most phones’ primary cameras. Even at 30x, you can clearly read the text on a distant billboard.
• Portrait Mode: This is where Vivo destroys the competition. The skin tones are creamy, and the “Zeiss Bokeh” effects make your photos look like they were shot on a ₹2 Lakh camera rig.
• The Telephoto Extender: Vivo offers an optional kit that can push the zoom to 1600mm equivalent. It’s niche, but for wildlife or bird photographers, it’s a game-changer.

BATTERY & ENDURANCE:

The 6,510mAh BlueVolt battery is a silicon-carbon unit. This technology allows Vivo to pack more “juice” into a smaller physical space.

Drain Test Results:

• Full Day (Heavy): 8 hours of Screen-On Time (SOT) with 5G, GPS, and lots of camera usage. I finished the day with 22% left.
• Charging Speed: * 0-50% in 18 minutes.
  • Full 100% in 44 minutes.While it’s not the 120W speeds we see on cheaper phones, 44 minutes for a battery this large is excellent. Plus, you get 40W Wireless Charging, which is faster than the wired charging on an iPhone!

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THE COMPETITION:

Vivo X300 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

The Winner: For Photography and Battery, the Vivo X300 Pro wins hands down. It charges twice as fast as the Samsung and three times as fast as the iPhone. However, if you want the “Prestige” and a cleaner OS (Funtouch/OriginOS still has some bloat), Samsung or Apple might still win your heart.

FINAL VERDICT:

The Vivo X300 Pro is currently the best camera phone money can buy in India. Period.

Buy it if:

• You are a photographer/vlogger who wants DSLR results in a pocket.
• You are tired of charging your phone twice a day (The 6.5k battery is a beast).
• You want the best-looking display for outdoor content.

Skip it if:

• You find “Funtouch OS” / “OriginOS” too cluttered compared to Stock Android.
• You have small hands (226g is heavy and hard to use one-handed).
• You already own the Vivo X200 Pro (The upgrade is great, but not essential).

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