The Vivo X300 Pro is a camera-first flagship that leans heavily on its telephoto performance. From a flat AMOLED display to strong battery life and a unique telephoto extender kit, this phone is built for users who want reach, confidence, and consistency rather than flashy specs.
A phone that doesn’t hide what it’s about The Vivo X300 Pro doesn’t try to be subtle, and that’s a good thing. The large circular camera module immediately tells you what this phone is built around. The Dune Gold matte back feels premium, doesn’t pick up fingerprints easily, and stays grippy even in humid conditions. Despite the big camera bump, the phone feels well balanced, especially when shooting in landscape. It’s not small or light, but it feels intentional. For a camera-first flagship, this kind of confident design actually makes sense.
A flat display that photographers will genuinely appreciate The 6.78-inch flat AMOLED display is one of the most underrated strengths of the phone. Flat screens make a real difference when you’re editing photos on the go. Cropping, straightening, adjusting exposure, and checking edges all feel more accurate compared to curved panels. The 120Hz refresh rate keeps everything smooth without being distracting. HDR and Dolby Vision content looks controlled rather than overcooked, and brightness is strong enough to review photos even under harsh sunlight. It’s a practical screen, not a flashy one.
Reliable performance and battery that don’t get in the way Powered by the Dimensity 9500 with 16GB RAM, the phone performs quietly and consistently. Apps stay in memory, switching between navigation, camera, gallery, and editing tools feels seamless, and nothing slows down even after long shooting days. Gaming performance is stable without aggressive heating. The 6510mAh battery easily lasts a full day of heavy use, including photography and navigation. Battery drain feels predictable, and fast charging makes short top-ups genuinely useful rather than symbolic.
Software that finally feels grown up OriginOS 6 feels like a reset for Vivo. Animations are smooth, transitions make sense, and the interface feels modern without being loud. The phone responds instantly to inputs, and daily use feels reliable rather than flashy. The camera app is feature-rich and takes time to learn, but once you do, it feels closer to using a camera than a phone. Editing tools are genuinely helpful, not gimmicky, and long-term update promises make the phone feel like a serious investment.
A camera system built around trust, not tricks The camera is where the Vivo X300 Pro truly earns its place. The telephoto camera isn’t an afterthought here; it’s central to the experience. Images hold detail at long distances, colours stay controlled, and stabilisation gives you confidence to shoot handheld. The optional telephoto extender kit isn’t for everyone, but it meaningfully expands what’s possible in wildlife or distant photography. This phone doesn’t chase dramatic processing. Instead, it gives you reach, consistency, and the confidence to frame shots you’d normally avoid on a smartphone.
Ankita Chakravarti is a seasoned journalist with nearly a decade of experience in media. She specializes in technology and lifestyle journalism. She has worked with top Indian media houses like India Today, Zee News, The Statesman, and Millennium Post. Her expertise spans tech trends, phone launches, gadget reviews, and entertainment news. Ankita holds a Master's in Journalism and Mass Communication along with a degree in English Literature. She can be reached out at ankita.chakravarti@nw18.com
