The hotly anticipated launch of the Vivo X300 FE (Fan Edition), set for 6 May alongside the ultra-premium X300 Ultra, is already generating plenty of buzz. The spec sheet promises exceptional performance, but a recent leak about its price tag could take future buyers by surprise.
A record 45% price hike
Vivo‘s “Fan Edition” line has always been about striking the perfect balance between high-end features and an accessible price. Yet according to the latest chatter, the Vivo X300 FE’s launch price is said to climb by roughly 45% compared with the previous generation (the X200 FE).
That abrupt increase reflects a deep-rooted industry trend: the soaring cost of cutting-edge electronic components. The real question is whether such a steep rise is justified by the hardware upgrades.
Components worthy of a true flagship
The X300 FE makes no compromises on raw power. The real leap forward sits under the bonnet, with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 on board. That is a major step up from last year’s MediaTek chip and guarantees rock-solid fluidity.
It is paired with a 6.31-inch AMOLED display (120Hz) and a colossal 6500 mAh battery. That figure is particularly impressive for this screen size and should see you through a full day of very heavy use without reaching for a charger.
Photography elevated by ZEISS and an exclusive accessory
Vivo is carrying on its prestigious partnership with optics specialist ZEISS. The camera setup is robust and versatile:
- A 50 MP main sensor (Sony IMX921).
- A 50 MP telephoto (Sony IMX882) with 3x optical zoom.
- An 8 MP ultra-wide.
- A 50 MP front camera for flawless selfies.
The headline addition: the X300 FE will be the very first model in the FE series to support the ZEISS Teleconverter Extender Kit (G2 model). This exclusive physical accessory pushes optical zoom up to 2.35x, a feature that should delight photography enthusiasts.
Conclusion
With its Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 6500 mAh battery and ZEISS-tuned camera innovations, the Vivo X300 FE has plenty of technical firepower to win people over. Whether those premium credentials will be enough to persuade buyers to accept the new pricing structure at its 6 May launch remains to be seen. On our store, you can compare the Vivo range and find everything you need to protect the display.







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