A string of recent filings and leaks suggests vivo's next flagship, the X300 Ultra, may finally be prepared for an international release — and that it could arrive as a camera powerhouse unlike most mainstream phones.
What just broke
- A GSMA database entry surfaced under the model number V2562 that doesn't match vivo's usual China-only naming scheme, signaling an international variant of the X300 Ultra may be in the works.
- Industry leakers, most notably Digital Chat Station on Weibo, have circulated alleged specifications for an "Ultra" vivo handset that match expectations for an X300 Ultra: a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, a 6.8-inch flat 2K display, and a triple rear camera system — potentially including two 200MP sensors and a 50MP unit.
- Multiple outlets linking the filings and leaks note the phone's rumored imaging hardware could include Sony's new 200MP sensors for both the main and a telephoto module.
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (expected)
- Display: ~6.8-inch flat 2K panel
- Cameras: triple rear setup; rumor of two 200MP sensors plus one 50MP unit (unclear which sensors would serve as primary, ultrawide or telephoto)
- Timing: analysts and leakers expect the Ultra to arrive well after the X300 and X300 Pro, with possible timing in Q1–Q2 2026
- For camera enthusiasts, a hardware-forward approach (especially if one 200MP sensor is paired with an optical telephoto) could translate to real-world advantages for long-range shots and high-resolution crops.
- A global release would offer buyers conventional retail warranties, local support, and fewer of the logistical headaches that come with importing China-only flagships.
- Conversely, recent moves by vivo to bring the X300 and X300 Pro to select European markets — and to bring OriginOS (previously China-only) to those phones — suggest vivo is testing international appetite for the X300 line, but also that pricing will be a key factor. Earlier X300 pricing in Europe started from around €1,049 for the standard X300 and €1,399 for the Pro, which sets a context for how expensive an Ultra could be.
- The smartphone market remains dominated by Apple and Samsung, whose cameras are well-regarded and supported by broadly adopted ecosystems.
- A potential global Ultra would likely carry a premium over its China retail price, which could limit mainstream uptake despite impressive specs.
- Some see the value proposition as niche: extreme optical reach and experimental imaging features appeal to photography enthusiasts more than general buyers.
- Confirmation: vivo has not announced an X300 Ultra global launch or shared official specs.
- Final camera layout: leaks disagree about which lenses would be 200MP and how the trio would be balanced.
- Price and availability: an international Ultra will likely carry a markup; exactly how much will shape its competitiveness.
- Official vivo announcements or event invites
- Additional certification filings (e.g., Bluetooth SIG, TENAA/MIIT, or regional carriers)
- Reliable hands-on leaks and camera samples that validate or refute the dual-200MP claim
All of the above remains unofficial. vivo has not confirmed a global X300 Ultra launch or the dual 200MP camera configuration.
The specs that have people talking
Reported (leaked) highlights — treated as unverified until vivo confirms:
Android Authority's write-up cites Digital Chat Station as the source for core details; GSMArena and other outlets flagged the GSMA certification data pointing to a global SKU.
Why this would matter
If true, the X300 Ultra would push smartphone imaging in a hardware-first direction. Two 200MP sensors would be unusual — most recent megasensor experiments have paired a very high-resolution primary with computational photography — and could give vivo more flexibility for high-resolution crops, stronger digital zoom, or improved detail capture across focal lengths.
There are practical takeaways beyond bragging rights:
Reactions and skepticism
Not everyone expects the X300 Ultra to displace established rivals. Commentators point out that:
PhoneArena's coverage noted the cultural hurdle these Chinese flagships face outside their home market — strong technical chops, but limited brand recognition — while also arguing that an international Ultra would broaden consumer choice.
What's uncertain and what to watch next
Key unknowns that will determine how significant this news really is:
Signals to monitor in the coming weeks and months:
Bottom line
Multiple data points — a GSMA listing for an international model and high-profile leaks about the chipset, display and a possible dual-200MP camera system — make a compelling case that vivo is preparing a global X300 Ultra. If those specs prove accurate, the phone would be among the most camera-centric flagships on the market. But important questions remain around confirmation, pricing and real-world performance, and the model would still be vying for attention in a market dominated by a few very strong incumbents. For now, enthusiasts should watch vivo's announcements and independent camera tests before assuming the X300 Ultra will change the flagship landscape.