Vivo Introduces X100 Series: MediaTek Dimensity 9300 SoC, India Launch Reveals Pricing and Specifications

Vivo introduced the Vivo X100 and Vivo X100 Pro in India on Thursday, January 4. These latest additions to the Vivo X series are powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 SoC and are constructed with an IP68-rated build, ensuring robust water and dust resistance. The standout feature of the Vivo X100 series lies in their cameras, boasting triple rear camera setups co-engineered by Zeiss and integrating Vivo’s proprietary imaging chip for advanced image processing. Notably, the Vivo X100 Pro stands out with a Sony IMX989 1-inch type primary sensor. Both smartphones feature curved 6.78-inch 8 LTPO AMOLED displays with an impressive refresh rate of up to 120Hz.

Vivo X100 Pro, Vivo X100 price in India, availability

Diving into their powerhouses, the Vivo X100 is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports rapid 120W fast charging, while the Vivo X100 Pro houses a 5,400mAh battery with 100W charging capabilities. These devices have already made their mark in China and select global markets.

In terms of pricing and availability in India, the Vivo X100 Pro comes in a single variant with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage, priced at Rs. 89,999 and available exclusively in the Asteroid Black shade. On the other hand, the Vivo X100 starts at Rs. 63,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant, while the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage model is priced at Rs. 69,999, offered in Asteroid Black and Stargaze Blue color options.

For eager customers, pre-booking for both Vivo phones has commenced, and the sales will kick off on January 11. These devices will be accessible through Flipkart, the Vivo India online store, and major retail outlets nationwide. As an enticing offer, customers pre-booking these smartphones using SBI and HDFC bank cards can benefit from up to 10 percent cashback and an upgrade bonus of up to Rs. 8,000.

Vivo X100 Pro specifications

The dual SIM (Nano) Vivo X100 Pro runs on Android 14-based FunTouch OS 14 and features a 6.78-inch (1,260 x 2,800 pixels) AMOLED 8T LTPO curved display with 3000nits of peak brightness, 2160Hz high-frequency dimming, and up to 120Hz refresh rate. It runs on an octa-core 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 9300 SoC, coupled with Vivo’s new V3 imaging chip, up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and G720 GPU.

As mentioned, the Vivo X100 Pro has a Zeiss branded triple rear camera setup, comprising a 50-megapixel Sony IMX989 1-inch type sensor with OIS (optical image stabilisation) support, a 50-megapixel ultra wide-angle camera, and a 50-megapixel Zeiss APO super-telephoto camera with OIS. The telephoto camera supports 4.3x optical zoom. The primary shooter and telephoto camera both support 100x digital zoom. For selfies and video chats, there is a 32-megapixel selfie camera.

The Vivo X100 Pro is backed by up to 512GB of UFS4.0 inbuilt storage. Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, GPS, NavIC, OTG, and a USB Type-C port. Sensors on board include an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, colour temperature sensor, proximity sensor, e-compass, gyroscope, and infrared remote control. The handset has an in-display fingerprint sensor for authentication. It has an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

The flagship Vivo X100 Pro houses a 5,400mAh battery with 100W wired fast charging support and 50W wireless charging support. In terms of dimensions, it measures 164.05×75.28×8.91 mm and weighs 225 grams.

Vivo X100 specifications

The normal Vivo X100 has the same SIM, software, and display specifications as the Pro model. It also ships with 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 9300 SoC with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and Vivo V2 chip.

Vivo’s X100 also packs a Zeiss-branded triple rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel primary Sony IMX920 VCS bionic main camera with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 64-megapixel Zeiss super-telephoto camera with 100x clear zoom. There is a 32-megapixel selfie shooter.

The Vivo X100 impressively offers storage capacities of up to 512GB, providing users ample space for their data and applications. Sharing similar connectivity options, a water and dust-resistant rating, and sensors with its sibling, the Vivo X100 maintains parity with the features of the X100 Pro. Powering this device is a substantial 5,000mAh battery that supports rapid 120W fast charging, ensuring efficient and quick replenishment of power. Measuring 164.05x75x8.49mm and weighing 202 grams, the Vivo X100 strikes a balance between a spacious storage solution, robust features, and a sleek form factor.