Vivo X200 Pro is the latest flagship from Vivo, and it’s making waves with its stunning camera capabilities and premium design. If you’ve been keeping an eye on Chinese smartphones, you know how far they’ve come in challenging the dominance of Apple and Samsung. In this review, let’s dive deep into what makes the Vivo X200 Pro a standout device in 2025.
Vivo X200 Pro Specifications
Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4500 nits peak brightness, LTPO 8T, 2160Hz PWM dimming, 2K resolution (2800 x 1260 pixels).
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 9400 (3nm TSMC).
RAM: 12GB/16GB LPDDR5X.
Storage: Up to 1TB UFS 4.0.
OS: Android 15 with OriginOS 5.
Cameras:
- Rear: 50MP primary (OIS), 50MP ultrawide, 200MP periscope telephoto (OIS), 3.7x optical zoom, 135mm portraits.
- Front: 32MP.
Battery: 5000mAh with 120W wired fast charging (X100), 5400mAh with 100W (X100 Pro), 50W wireless charging.
Security: Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor.
Water Resistance: IP68/IPX9
Vivo X200 Pro Review: Camera Excellence
Portrait Photography – A New Benchmark
Vivo has truly outdone itself in the portrait photography department with the X200 Pro. Featuring a 200MP periscope telephoto lens, it’s now possible to capture stunning 135mm portraits without losing detail. The 3.7x optical zoom is a sweet spot for portraits, allowing you to shoot at a distance while still getting sharp, vibrant images. If you love capturing people, this camera will impress you with its bokeh effects and the stunning blur levels. While the skin tones are processed for a polished, social-media-ready look, they might not appear the most natural. However, the overall effect is nothing short of gorgeous.
The Zeiss collaboration shines through here, offering sharp edge detection and impressive bokeh in various lighting conditions, from street portraits to indoor shots. The B/W Portrait mode is another standout feature, giving photos an artsy black-and-white touch, adding to the versatility of this phone’s photography.
Main and Ultrawide Cameras
The 50MP primary camera delivers plenty of detail with excellent dynamic range, consistent white balance, and vibrant colors. Even low-light shots are impressive, maintaining detail without overexposing the shadows. However, the 50MP ultrawide camera doesn’t shine as brightly. While it’s functional, its field of view is narrower, and it doesn’t match the sharpness or brightness of the primary lens. It’s one area where the X200 Pro falls slightly behind its competitors like the iPhone and Pixel.
Selfie Camera
The 32MP front camera delivers good results for most situations, though the skin tones can be a bit too smoothed-out for some tastes. It’s a solid camera for selfies and video calls, but not revolutionary by any means.
Videography – Room for Improvement
One of the biggest upgrades this year is in the videography department. The Vivo X200 Pro supports 4K 60fps from all cameras, including the front-facing lens, which was absent in the previous model. Footage is clean with good color reproduction, but the stability of videos doesn’t quite match up to the likes of the iPhone. There’s noticeable wobbliness in 4K recordings, and the ultrawide video quality is just average. For now, iPhone and Samsung still lead in terms of video quality and stability.
Portrait Videos
Portrait videos, though promising, need some work. The X200 Pro struggles to match the blur and edge detection found in iPhones when shooting videos. While you can capture 4K 120fps footage, the lack of post-production speed adjustments like those found on the iPhone 16 Pro Max is a downside.
Design: A Modern Flagship Look
Vivo has embraced a flat design for the X200 Pro, similar to the iPhone 16 series. The edges are subtly rounded, offering a more ergonomic feel. The phone’s build quality is solid, with an IP68/IPX9 rating that guarantees it can withstand both full submersion in water and exposure to high-temperature water jets – a major plus over most competitors.
One thing to note is the camera module, which remains a bit bulky. While it’s functional, I’m not entirely fond of its aesthetics. Nonetheless, the overall design feels premium and modern.
Display: Stunning Visuals
Vivo has packed a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision support for a truly cinematic experience. The screen can peak at 4500 nits, making it incredibly bright and easily viewable outdoors. The LTPO panel dynamically adjusts between 1Hz and 120Hz, helping to save battery life while ensuring a smooth experience when needed.
The 2160Hz PWM dimming makes the display easier on the eyes, especially in low-light conditions. And for those who love to stream content, Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support ensure that videos look stunning on platforms like Netflix and YouTube.
The ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor is another feature that adds convenience, unlocking even with wet fingers—a welcome addition in this premium smartphone.
Performance: Smooth and Powerful
Under the hood, the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset powers the Vivo X200 Pro, providing top-tier performance that holds its own against the likes of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 series. Gaming is a joy with stable 120fps performance, and even demanding games like Genshin Impact run smoothly at high settings without any overheating issues.
The phone runs Android 15 with OriginOS 5, and the updated software brings faster app openings, smooth multitasking, and vibrant UI transitions. However, the speakers could be better, as they don’t match the quality of the iPhone or Samsung flagships.
Battery Life & Charging: Impressive Endurance
With a 6000mAh Si-Ca battery, the Vivo X200 Pro can easily last through a full day of heavy usage, providing 6+ hours of screen-on time (SOT) with intensive tasks and over 10 hours with lighter usage. The 90W wired fast charging gets you from 0 to 75% in just 32 minutes, and a full charge takes only 45 minutes. Add to that the 50W wireless charging, and you have a device that’s as quick to recharge as it is to perform.
Vivo X200 Pro: Pros and Cons
Pros
- Stunning 200MP portraits with great bokeh.
- Zeiss collaboration for superior edge detection and detail.
- IP68/IPX9 water resistance for extra durability.
- Bright LTPO display with Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support.
- Flagship-level performance for gaming and multitasking.
- Fast charging (90W wired, 50W wireless) and solid battery life.
Cons
- Ultrawide camera is underwhelming compared to competitors.
- Video stabilization needs improvement.
- Portrait videos lack the edge detection and blur precision of rivals.
- Speakers are good, but not as great as iPhone or Samsung.
- Over-processed skin tones in portraits might not appeal to everyone.
Vivo X200 Pro Review: Final Thoughts
After spending a week with the Vivo X200 Pro, I can confidently say it’s one of the best devices for photography enthusiasts, especially those who love portrait shots. The 200MP periscope telephoto and Zeiss optics make this a portrait king in the smartphone world.
While there are some areas to improve, especially in video stabilization and the ultrawide camera, the X200 Pro is a true contender for anyone looking for a flagship experience. If you’re into mobile photography, this is a phone that will deliver on every front—especially portraits.
Vivo has raised the bar in the flagship smartphone race, and while there’s room for improvement in certain areas, the X200 Pro is undoubtedly one of the best phones of 2025.
