Vivo X500 Launches With 7,500mAh Battery, Dimensity 9600M

Vivo X500 launches with a 7,500mAh battery, Dimensity 9600M processor, and 144Hz display. Priced from around $820 in China.

Vivo has released the X500 smartphone in China, bringing a massive 7,500mAh battery to a flagship device. The large battery capacity helps resolve the typical industry compromise where high-performance devices often reduce battery size to maintain a slim profile. Users who require extended battery life and prefer not to carry a charger will find this configuration suitable for their needs.

Vivo X500 smartphone front view — The Vivo X500 features a large 7,500mAh battery.

Flagship smartphone offers massive battery and 144Hz display

The handset runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M processor paired with LPDDR5X Ultra memory and UFS 4.1 storage. Vivo claims this combination allows the device to maintain smooth performance for up to 72 months. The system also features a 6.59-inch flat OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate for gaming.

Specifications

Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
Battery: 7,500mAh
Display Refresh Rate: 144Hz
Display Size: 6.59-inch flat OLED
Main Camera Sensor: Sony LYTIA-828 (50MP)

Imaging capabilities rely on a 50MP main camera using the Sony LYTIA-828 sensor and a 64MP telephoto lens with the Sony LYTIA 610 sensor. The telephoto module provides 3x optical zoom for closer shots without digital cropping. Vivo markets the X500 as the first smartphone to support native 8K Live, though this remains an unverified marketing claim.

The device supports 90W wired charging and 40W wireless charging to manage the large battery. It includes Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and a USB 3.2 Gen 1 port for connectivity. The body carries IP68 and IP69 ingress protection ratings for dust and water resistance.

Pricing for the 12GB+256GB model starts at 5,499 YUAN (around $820) CNY (around $820). The 12GB+512GB version costs 5,999 YUAN (around $895) CNY (around $895), and the 12GB+1TB model is priced at 6,999 YUAN (around $1,044) CNY (around $1,044). The phone launched in China on September 21, 2026.

We've been tracking Vivo X500 closely — see our earlier coverage on Vivo X500 Geekbench Scores Reveal Dimensity. The Vivo X500 sets a high standard for battery life among smartphones available in China. The release of this device reflects a broader industry trend toward incorporating larger battery cells in high-end smartphones.

Source: Vivo X500, GIZMOCHINA