vivo X500 Pro Max Price & Where to Buy Worldwide: 200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto, Bands, Carriers and Shipping (2026)

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vivo X500 Pro Max Price and Where to Buy

The vivo X500 Pro Max comes in five configurations. Every version shares the same cameras, display, chip and battery; the differences are memory, storage and extras:

• 12GB+256GB — the entry version and the best value for most buyers.
• 12GB+512GB — double the storage for 8K video and large photo libraries.
• 16GB+512GB — more RAM for heavy multitasking and on-device video editing.
• 12GB+1TB Satellite Edition — 1TB of storage plus BeiDou satellite messaging. vivo states satellite messaging works with China Mobile service in China only, so outside China it is simply the 1TB model.
• 16GB+1TB Creator Kit — the top configuration, with maximum RAM and storage.

Color also makes a small difference: the Black version has a fiberglass back and is lighter and thinner (225 g, 7.95 mm) than White, Gray and Orange (229 g, 8.12 mm, glass back).

The China version is usually better value than phones sold through international channels, and it is available now rather than months later. See live pricing for every version on the vivo X500 Pro Max product page.

What makes the vivo X500 Pro Max different: a 200MP ZEISS APO telephoto

On most flagships the telephoto is a supporting camera. On the X500 Pro Max it is the centerpiece: a 200MP ZEISS APO periscope with an f/2.67 aperture, 3.5x optical zoom, optical image stabilization and 8K video — the same maximum video resolution as the main camera. In China, vivo also sells the phone alongside 200mm and 400mm telephoto extender lenses, which shows who it is built for: people who shoot concerts, wildlife, sport and street scenes from a distance.

The 200MP resolution matters because it leaves room to crop. Zooming past 3.5x on a 200MP sensor keeps far more real detail than enlarging a smaller sensor, so mid-range zoom shots hold up much better than you would expect.

What does APO actually mean?

APO stands for apochromatic. Ordinary lenses focus red, green and blue light at slightly different points, which shows up as purple or green fringes along high-contrast edges, such as branches against a bright sky. An apochromatic design brings those colors into focus together. In practice: cleaner edges and more accurate color in long-zoom shots, exactly where most phone telephotos struggle.

The bands the vivo X500 Pro Max supports

• 2G GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz
• 3G WCDMA: B1/B2/B4/B5/B6/B8/B19
• 4G FDD-LTE: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28A/B66
• 4G TD-LTE: B34/B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43/B48
• 5G NR: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n18/n20/n25/n26/n28A/n34/n38/n39/n40/n41/n48/n66/n77/n78/n79

The key European bands B20, B7 and B28 are all present, as are Japan’s n77, n78 and n79, so both regions are well covered. For North America, the phone has B2/B4/B66 and 5G n41/n77, but lacks the low-band B12, B13, B14, B17 and B71/n71, which mainly affects rural and indoor coverage. The China spec sheet lists dual Nano SIM and does not mention eSIM.

Carrier compatibility by country

What this means for you

Great fit: Singapore, the UAE, Israel and the wider GCC, Australia, Japan, Europe and South Korea — the phone covers the main 4G and 5G bands in all of these markets.

Just check first: in Canada and on AT&T or T-Mobile in the US, the phone works well in cities but misses some low bands used for rural coverage. On Verizon, check with the carrier before buying. A one-minute check with your carrier is all it takes.

Performance, display and battery

• Chip: MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro (2nm), 2 × 4.55GHz + 3 × 4.35GHz + 3 × 3.1GHz, Mali-G2-Ultra-NX GPU, plus vivo’s V3+ and VS1 imaging chips.
• Memory: 12GB or 16GB LPDDR5X Ultra (quad-channel) RAM; 256GB, 512GB or 1TB UFS 4.1 storage.
• Display: 6.85-inch flat AMOLED, 3168 × 1440 (507 PPI), 1–144Hz, 1.07 billion colors, P3 wide color gamut.
• Cameras: 50MP ZEISS main (f/1.57, OIS), 200MP ZEISS APO periscope (f/2.67, OIS), 50MP ZEISS ultra-wide (f/2.0), 50MP front camera; up to 8K video.
• Battery: 8000mAh single cell, 90W wired and 40W wireless flash charging, reverse charging.
• Extras: 3D ultrasonic fingerprint, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB 3.2 with DisplayPort output, IR blaster, dual speakers.

Why an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor is worth having

Most in-display fingerprint readers take a photo of your finger using light. An ultrasonic sensor sends sound waves through the glass and maps the ridges of your finger in 3D. The result: faster, more reliable unlocking when your hands are wet, cold or slightly dirty.

How to buy the vivo X500 Pro Max outside China

vivo has launched the X500 Pro Max in China and has not announced international pricing or markets, so buying the China version from an exporter is the normal way to get it now — in the exact configurations sold in China.

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Why buy from Liaow

Liaow has been a trusted smartphone retailer since 2008, shipping Chinese flagships direct to customers worldwide — to Singapore, the UAE and GCC, Australia, Japan, Europe, Canada, South Korea, the US and 150+ countries — with full tracking via DHL, FedEx or UPS. Every device is 100% brand new and genuine, never refurbished, and professionally packaged.

China version, OriginOS 7 & Google services

This is the China model running OriginOS 7, and the system supports English. Google Mobile Services (GMS) come pre-installed from the factory, so Google’s core services are already on the phone. Adding the Google Play Store is quick and easy to do yourself once it arrives — no technical steps needed. The phone is unlocked.

FAQ

What is the vivo X500 Pro Max price?

The price depends on the configuration: 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, 16GB+512GB, 12GB+1TB Satellite Edition or 16GB+1TB Creator Kit. See the product page for live pricing on each version.

Where can I buy the vivo X500 Pro Max, and is it unlocked?

You can buy the China version from Liaow, which ships worldwide with full tracking via DHL, FedEx or UPS. The phone is unlocked, so you can use your own SIM card.

Does the vivo X500 Pro Max work in my country, and does it support 5G?

Yes in most markets. It supports 5G n1/n3/n28/n41/n77/n78/n79 and more, which is a strong fit for Singapore, the UAE and GCC, Israel, Australia, Japan, Europe and South Korea. In Canada and the US it works well in cities, but some rural low bands are missing.

Does voice calling (VoLTE) work on the vivo X500 Pro Max?

Voice calling uses VoLTE, which works on major carriers; on some smaller MVNOs it may need to be enabled. If you are unsure about your plan, your local carrier can confirm in a minute.

Is this the China version, and does it have Google?

Yes. It is the China version running OriginOS 7 based on Android 17, with English supported. Google Mobile Services come pre-installed from the factory, and adding the Google Play Store is quick and easy to do yourself.

Does the vivo X500 Pro Max come with a warranty?

Yes. If anything goes wrong with your device, send it back to us and we'll take it to the manufacturer's service center for warranty repair.

How long does shipping take?

Express (DHL/FedEx/UPS), typically 5–7 business days, fully tracked. Choose Priority Express at checkout for faster delivery, in as little as 3 days.