Vivo has recently introduced the Vivo X200, X200 Pro Min, and X200 Pro in China. Each of these smartphones is powered by the Dimensity 9400 chipset. There's also anticipation for an Ultra version, which is expected to launch in the first half of 2025. Rumors suggest that this model could feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
Upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Device
The Vivo X200 Ultra is rumored to utilize the Snapdragon 8 Elite. For context, the earlier Vivo X100 and X100 Pro used the Dimensity 9300 chipset, while the X100 Ultra had the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip. It's likely that Vivo will follow a similar approach with the Ultra model. This was hinted at when they announced on their Weibo account that a Snapdragon 8 Elite smartphone is in the works. The upcoming Vivo X200 Ultra is probably going to include this chip.
Features and Specifications
As we look forward to the Vivo X200 Ultra's launch next year, leaks have started providing insights. Recently, tipster Digital Chat Station shared that the X200 Ultra will come with a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, a 50-megapixel telephoto camera, and an impressive 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens. There are also speculations that it will support satellite communication.
Currently, not much else is known about the Vivo X200 Ultra. This device is expected to compete with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Oppo Find X8 Ultra, and Xiaomi 15 Ultra within the Chinese marketplace. The anticipated price for the X200 Ultra is around 5,500 Yuan (approximately $770) in China.
Global Release Uncertainty
Both the X100 and X100 Pro were made available globally, but the X100 Ultra was exclusively sold in China. Hence, it remains unclear whether the X200 Ultra will be introduced to the international market.
