Xiaomi and vivo flagship smartphone prices leaked for Europe

Leaked information regarding the upcoming European launches of flagship smartphones from Xiaomi, vivo, and iQOO suggests high price points and hardware variations compared to Chinese models.

Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max are expected to enter the European market with significant pricing. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is rumored to start at €1,449 for the 256GB model, while the 512GB version may cost €1,649. The Pro Max variant is reportedly limited to a 512GB configuration priced at €1,849. Notably, these international versions may feature smaller battery capacities than their Chinese counterparts, with the Pro model potentially dropping from 7,000 mAh to 6,000 mAh.

Similarly, vivo's X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max are anticipated to launch in Europe around October 27, 2026. Leaks indicate the X500 Pro could be priced at approximately €1,399, while the Pro Max may reach €1,799. The X500 Pro Max is positioned as a premium device with Zeiss-branded camera technology, distinguishing it from its sibling brand iQOO, which focuses on gaming performance and battery life.