Vivo X200 Pro Review: Cameras, Performance & Everything in Between

Check out our detailed camera comparison, featuring the Vivo X200 Pro, and see how it stacks up against the Oppo Find X8 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro in the video above.

Vivo’s X-series has been a staple in the premium smartphone market for some time now, and the Vivo X200 Pro is no exception. With its aggressive pricing, solid specs, and a camera setup that’s been turning heads, it’s clear that Vivo’s top-tier device is here to play. 

The X200 Pro is a direct successor to the X100 Pro, which made waves with its impressive telephoto lens and solid overall performance. But does the X200 Pro raise the bar even higher, or is it just a minor evolution? 

Design & Display

The Vivo X200 Pro’s design is a blend of refined elegance and practicality. Weighing in at 228 grams, the X200 Pro is undeniably a hefty device, but it’s a weight that feels well-balanced and solid. 

For those concerned about the size, this isn’t the most compact phone out there, but it’s surprisingly comfortable to hold, especially when compared to rivals like the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, which feel bulkier in the hand.

Vivo offers two colours: Titanium Grey and Cosmos Black. Both are sleek and premium, but the Titanium Grey model truly stands out, with a sophisticated brushed metal finish that feels solid yet smooth to the touch. 

The back of the device sports a large circular camera housing, with Zeiss branding, making it instantly recognisable as part of Vivo’s high-end range. But in terms of ergonomics, there are issues. The massive camera island protrudes quite a bit, which comes in the way of your fingers while holding it. Also, a camera island this large is bound to be smudged all the time.

The front of the X200 Pro features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with slim bezels, and the punch-hole selfie camera is barely noticeable. The frame is made of brushed metal, adding a sense of sturdiness, and the back panel is made from glass fibre, which not only looks elegant but is also smudge-resistant.

IP68 and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance further elevate the design, ensuring that the X200 Pro is built to withstand the elements.

Cameras

Check out the camera samples in the comparison video above.

When it comes to the Vivo X200 Pro, the camera setup is undoubtedly its standout feature. Vivo has made significant upgrades over the X100 Pro, and it’s clear that the X200 Pro’s camera system is aimed at capturing the attention of photography enthusiasts. 

At the heart of this system is a 50-megapixel Sony LYT818 sensor with a fast f/1.57 aperture, PDAF, and OIS. This is paired with a 200-megapixel telephoto camera with PDAF and OIS, a 50-megapixel ultrawide sensor, and a 32-megapixel front-facing camera.

The primary camera’s spec sheet may initially seem like a downgrade from the X100 Pro, as it features a smaller 1/1.28-inch sensor compared to the X100 Pro’s 1-inch sensor. However, in real-world usage, the results are still excellent. Daylight photos come out crisp and detailed, with dynamic range. But, the colours tend to be saturated, even in ‘Zeiss Natural’ mode.

The telephoto lens, however, is where this phone truly shines. The 200-megapixel sensor is capable of capturing incredible detail, even at 3.7x magnification, making it an excellent choice for portraits and zoom shots. 

The 50MP ultrawide camera, while good, falls just short of the primary and telephoto sensors in terms of detail and colour reproduction. It's serviceable for wide-angle shots, but it doesn’t quite deliver the same level of quality. 

On the other hand, low-light performance is impressive. The X200 Pro handles low-light scenarios exceptionally well, with minimal noise and accurate colour rendering. Even in near-dark conditions, the detail levels are impressive, and the phone has little trouble maintaining colour accuracy.

Macro photography is another area where the X200 Pro excels. The detail captured in macro shots is unbelievable, showing that Vivo has really worked on fine-tuning the sensor for close-up shots. 

The 32-megapixel front camera is decent but doesn’t stand out. While it performs well during the day, at night, the skin tones tend to appear unnaturally softened, even with beauty modes turned off. It’s not a dealbreaker, but it's a bit of a miss given the otherwise excellent camera system.

Video performance is equally impressive. The X200 Pro supports 4K 60fps HDR recording, along with 4K HDR Cinematic Portrait mode and 120fps slow-motion video. Whether you’re recording a concert or a fast-moving subject, the X200 Pro’s cameras will handle it with ease, capturing vibrant and stable footage.

Performance & Software

Under the hood, the Vivo X200 Pro is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 chipset, built on a 3nm process. 

This is paired with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, making it more than capable of handling everything from day-to-day tasks to demanding apps and games. It also offers a seamless experience in regular usage and handles high-end games like BGMI with ease.

The phone runs Funtouch OS 15, which is based on Android 15. Vivo has cleaned up the interface, making it more minimalistic and quicker than previous iterations. App launches are faster, and the animations feel smoother. 

There are a good number of customisation options, including the ability to tweak the icon styles, shapes, and sizes. 

The UI also brings some useful AI features like AI Note Assist, AI Screen Translation, and Circle to Search. These work as expected, though they still require some refinement in terms of performance and polish.

However, the software experience isn’t perfect. While there’s no rampant bloatware that throws random ads at you, there are still a few pre-installed apps that might feel unnecessary to some users. 

Battery & Charging

When it comes to battery life, the Vivo X200 Pro certainly doesn’t disappoint. It’s packed with a 6,000mAh battery that easily lasts through a full day of heavy usage. 

The large battery, combined with Vivo’s efficient power management, ensures that the X200 Pro can keep up with your daily demands, offering a screen time of around 9-9.5 hours with mixed to heavy use.

Charging is another area where the X200 Pro is pretty good. It supports 90W FlashCharge, which can charge the phone from 0 to 100% in under an hour. However, it is 10W less powerful compared to the X100 Pro’s charging speed.

There’s also 30W wireless charging for added convenience. 

Vivo X200 Pro Review

As a whole, the Vivo X200 Pro is quite hard to beat, especially at a starting price of ₹94,999. It is Vivo’s best flagship to date, and it’s clear the company is serious about competing in the premium segment. 

Unless Samsung does something incredible with its upcoming S25 Ultra, the Vivo X200 Pro is the flagship phone to consider going forward into 2025, especially for its fantastic rear camera system.