Vivo's X500 Pro Max is another camera-focused smartphone with more video tricks

Vivo and Oppo are launching similar phones with different priorities.

By Mat Smith Oct. 27, 2026 11:30 am EST Mat Smith for Engadget Add Engadget on Google: Google Discover

Vivo is one of several Chinese phone manufacturers rapidly iterating on high-spec camera smartphones. However, it remains less well-known than rivals like Xiaomi and Oppo. The X500 Pro Max features attachable telephoto lenses, cage grips and a partnership with lens maker Zeiss. Surprise, it's all about the cameras (again), but with a videography twist!