Vivo X300 Series Lands in Malaysia: The Ultimate Concert Phone Duo is Here

TLDR

• Vivo X300 Ultra and X300 FE officially go on sale in Malaysia from 23 May to 23 June 2026
• Ultra (16GB+512GB): RM6,099 after RM700 discount | X300 FE (12GB+256GB): RM3,299
• Packed with ZEISS co-engineered cameras — 200MP telephoto on Ultra, 50MP on FE
• Vivo Malaysia is sponsoring Gareth.T’s Prince Of Nothing concert in KL on 13 June 2026 — buy the phone, win tickets

The Concert Phone Era is Here

Vivo Malaysia just made its move. Following the global launch of the X300 Series, the brand is bringing its latest flagship duo to Malaysian shores — and they’re making no secret of who these phones are for: concert-goers. The official first sale campaign kicks off 23 May and runs through 23 June 2026, offering a solid lineup of savings, instalment options, and exclusive rewards for those who jump in early.

The X300 Series represents Vivo’s clearest push yet into the imaging-first smartphone space, with heavy emphasis on what they call “ultimate concert phone” capabilities. Think: zooming into a stage from the back of a venue, capturing performers in low-light without losing detail, and shooting cinematic concert videos without a shaky mess. That’s the promise.

ZEISS Imaging: More Than Just Marketing

Let’s talk about what’s actually under the hood. Both models feature ZEISS co-engineered imaging technology — not just a branding exercise, but real optical expertise baked in.

The vivo X300 Ultra leads with a 200MP 85mm ZEISS Gimbal-Grade APO Telephoto Camera capable of 60fps AF Tracking. For context, that’s an extremely long telephoto lens in a smartphone. The 3° gimbal-level OIS ensures your close-up shots stay stable even when you’re holding your phone up in a crowd, fighting for position. The ZEISS T* coating cuts down flare and ghosting from those aggressive concert stage lights — something that has plagued smartphone concert photography for years.

The vivo X300 FE takes a more accessible route with a 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera, but Vivo didn’t compromise on concert features. Stage Mode and Dual-View Stage Video are both included — letting you capture low-light performances clearly while simultaneously recording your reaction. Perfect for those who want to document both the show and themselves enjoying it.

Malaysia Pricing and Availability

Here’s what you’re looking at financially. The vivo X300 Ultra comes in two storage options: 16GB + 512GB at RM6,099 and 16GB + 1TB at RM7,099 — both after the RM700 first sale discount. Add the Photographer Kit for RM999 and receive a RM300 rebate. The vivo X300 FE starts at RM3,299 for the 12GB + 256GB variant, with the 12GB + 512GB model priced at RM3,899.

That’s not all — Vivo’s first sale extras make the deal considerably sweeter. You can go with up to 24 months 0% instalment plans, which means the FE works out to roughly RM137.45 per month and the Ultra to RM254.15 per month. Selected bank partners including OCBC, Hong Leong Bank, Affin Bank, and UOB are offering RM100 instant rebates. Trade-in programmes and PayLater options add even more flexibility, exclusively at Vivo Concept Stores nationwide.

Gareth.T Concert Sponsorship: The Real-world Connection

Beyond the sales push, Vivo Malaysia is tying the X300 Series directly into live music experiences — smart positioning for a phone marketed as the concert device. The brand is the official sponsoring partner of Gareth.T’s Prince Of Nothing concert at a Kuala Lumpur venue on 13 June 2026.

To give fans a taste of what’s on offer, Vivo’s running a “How to Win Your Tickets” campaign. Purchase a Vivo X300 Ultra or X300 FE, snap and share proof of purchase or preorder on social media — unboxing content, photos, videos taken with the device, anything — then post with the hashtags #vivoX300Ultra #vivoX300FE #TheUltimateConcertDuo #GarethTongTicketGiveAway. Cut-off date is 4 June 2026, with winners announced on 5 June 2026.

Our Take

Vivo’s positioning here is smart and calculated. The concert phone angle isn’t arbitrary — it speaks directly to a demographic that actually uses their phone cameras extensively at live events, and who share that content immediately. That’s the buyer persona Vivo is chasing, and the ZEISS partnership gives them the optical credibility to back up the marketing.

The pricing strategy during first sale is particularly aggressive. RM700 off the Ultra is a meaningful discount, and stacking it with 0% instalment options brings the flagship experience within reach for buyers who might otherwise gravitate toward mid-range options. The FE, sitting at RM3,299, competes directly with devices from Samsung and Xiaomi in the upper-mid segment — and on paper, the ZEISS telephoto gives it a legitimate camera edge.

The Gareth.T concert sponsorship ties everything together. It’s not just brand awareness — it’s experiential proof. The phones will be in the crowd, capturing content that Vivo can use, while buyers get a chance to win their way into the event. That’s a loop that benefits everyone.

If you’ve been holding off on upgrading, the first sale window (23 May – 23 June 2026) is worth serious consideration. The RM100 bank rebates alone make it worth moving fast before the promotional period closes.