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Vivo X300 Pro review
Verdict
The Vivo X300 Pro combines a striking high-refresh display, capable camera hardware, strong performance, and versatile charging. Its main concern for Indian buyers is the Chinese-ROM software experience, which can affect Google services, notifications, banking apps, and Android Auto.
Pros
- Reviewers highlighted the 200 MP telephoto camera and low-light performance as standout strengths. [3]
- Front video supports 4K recording at 60 fps, with reviewers reporting good stabilization. [1][5]
- The phone supports 40W wireless charging, while a reviewer reports 90W wired Flash Charging through USB Type-C. [1][2][4]
- A reviewer found performance top-notch, with apps opening and closing easily. [3]
- The reviewer reported around seven hours of screen-on time, while gaming was described as comfortable with barely any warmth. [3][5]
- The phone is rated IP68 and IP69 for water and dust resistance. [2]
Cons
- Some images reportedly show aggressive AI sharpening and occasional magenta tint in portraits. [2]
- Nighttime front-video quality is reportedly weaker than daytime footage, with poor white balance. [5]
- On the Chinese ROM, Google apps and Play Store may be absent initially, while notifications and banking apps can require workarounds. [6]
- OriginOS 6 uses Jovi InCar and Carlink rather than native Google Android Auto. [6]
- Preinstalled Chinese services, vivo Wallet, and search bars can clutter the interface, and third-party launchers may occasionally revert to the OriginOS desktop. [6]
- Some preinstalled apps reportedly cannot be disabled and may show installation popups and notifications. [2]
Where reviewers agree
- Strong agreement Reviewers and other sources consistently identify the 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display, 4500 nits peak brightness, and 120 Hz refresh rate. [1][2][3]
- Strong agreement The phone supports 40W wireless charging. [1][2][4]
- Moderate agreement The camera setup includes a 200 MP telephoto camera, two 50 MP rear cameras, and a 50 MP front camera. [2][4]
Who it suits
- Photography-focused buyers who value a high-resolution telephoto camera and strong reported low-light performance. [2][3][4]
- Shoppers wanting a very bright, smooth display for viewing content and using the phone outdoors. [1][2][3][5][6]
- Power users who prioritize fast performance, gaming comfort, and wired and wireless charging options. [1][2][3][4][5]
Who should skip it
- Buyers who need a seamless Google Play, banking-app, notification, and Android Auto experience out of the box. [6]
- Selfie-video creators who frequently record in low light and require consistent white balance. [5]
- Users who strongly prefer a minimal interface without preinstalled Chinese services, popups, or launcher inconsistencies. [2][6]
Sources
- vivo X300 Pro91mobiles.com · published · checked
- Vivo X300 Pro 5G - Price in India (Oct 2026), Specs, Reviewssmartprix.com · published · checked
- Vivo X300 Pro Long-Term review: A Pro Camera Disguised As An Android Smartphone – Outlook Businessoutlookbusiness.com · published · checked
- vivo X300 Pro – Price, Specs & ZEISS Imaging | vivo Indiashop.vivo.com · publish date not stated · checked
- vivo X300 Pro Review: After 1 Monthadamlobo.tv · published · checked
- vivo X300 Pro Fixes: Notifications & Play Storex300profieldnotes.com · published · checked
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