Earlier this year, vivo launched the X300 E, an upgraded version of the V70 with a premium chipset and larger battery. Now, rumors surrounding the X500 E suggest it may simply be a rebranded vivo V80. Recent Google Play Console listings revealed the device will use the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, the same mid-range chip found in the V70 and V80, dashing hopes for a premium upgrade.
Furthermore, third-party cases listed on Amazon Italy claim compatibility with both the X500 E and the V80. Since the rumored battery capacity for the X500 E is 7,500mAh—nearly identical to the V80—this points to shared dimensions. While distinct model numbers (V2648, V2656) leave some doubt, the evidence increasingly indicates the X500 E is a rebrand of the V80.
The vivo V80 launched in India at a base price of ₹63,000 (approx. €590) for the 8/128GB model. Notably, the V70 launched at a lower ₹46,000 (8/256GB). With similar specs and pricing structure, the X500 E appears to be a rebranded version of the recently released V80, offering consumers a familiar device under a new name.
Source: GSMArena · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing