{"id":808081,"date":"2025-01-22T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/?p=808081"},"modified":"2025-01-22T16:24:38","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T14:24:38","slug":"vivo-launches-flagship-x200-pro-smartphone-in-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/technology\/808081\/vivo-launches-flagship-x200-pro-smartphone-in-south-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"vivo launches flagship X200 Pro smartphone in South Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The vivo X200 Pro smartphone has launched in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Announced at an event hosted at Vodacom World, Midrand, the vivo X200 Pro is a flagship device that stands out for its camera, battery life, processing power, design, and AI tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivo.com\/en\/products\/x200-pro\"><strong>Click here to learn more about the vivo X200 Pro.<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The impressive ZEISS camera array is the headline features, and comprises three rear sensors as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>50MP ZEISS True Colour Main Camera<\/strong> \u2013 with vivo x Sony LYT-818 Sensor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto Camera<\/strong> \u2013 100x HyperZoom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>50MP Ultra-Wide-Angle Camera<\/strong> \u2013 119-degree wide angle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We put this incredible camera to the test by taking all of the images in this article with it, and were very impressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"878\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-5-1024x878.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-808091\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-5-1024x878.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-5-300x257.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-5-768x659.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>vivo also highlighted the innovative ZEISS T* Coating on the lens, which reduces flaring and reflections, while the ZEISS APO standard focuses on delivering professional-grade colour accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The wide range of lenses provides portrait photography capabilities at focal lengths ranging from 23mm to 135mm, and image processing is taken care of by an advanced 6nm vivo V3+ Imaging Chip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our experience, this chip delivered excellent photo clarity without draining too much power \u2013 and vivo agreed, as it said the imaging chip offers a 30% improvement in power efficiency compared to its predecessor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt goes without saying that the vivo X200 Pro sets the industry benchmark in terms of its telephoto experience, imaging capabilities, and video recording,\u201d said vivo GTM Manager for South Africa Jay Yang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"881\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-3-1024x881.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-808092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-3-1024x881.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-3-300x258.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-3-768x661.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ultimate performance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The X200 Pro is equipped with a wide range of other impressive features &#8211; such as its processor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 3nm MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chip offers a 28% performance improvement and a 40% reduction in power consumption. This ensures a smooth user experience without hammering the large 6,000mAh battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Together with the improved efficiency CPU and better heat dissipation, vivo said this battery provides users up to 18 hours of continuous video playback time and 9.1 hours of gaming time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>vivo also equipped the X200 Pro with 16GB RAM and 512GB of storage &#8211; competing favourably with other flagship smartphones in the segment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rounding out the X200 Pro is a 6.78-inch display, which boasts up to a 120Hz refresh rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cSouth Africans are looking for durability, performance, and battery life, and the vivo X200 Pro delivers on all of these fronts extensively,\u201d said vivo PR Manager Faith Davids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s not only a camera phone &#8211; it\u2019s great for imaging and excels on all fronts, and it speaks to all the needs of South Africans,\u201d said Davids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-4.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"878\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-4-1024x878.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-808095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-4-1024x878.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-4-300x257.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-4-768x659.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Availability<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The vivo X200 Pro will become available on 7 February 2025 exclusively from Vodacom and Amazon South Africa for a recommended retail price of R39,999.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can get it from Vodacom on a 2.6GB Red Core package for R1,899 x 24 months or R1,399 x 36 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivo.com\/en\/products\/x200-pro\"><strong>Click here to learn more about the vivo X200 Pro.<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The specs of the new vivo X200 Pro are listed in the table below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-responsive\"><table class=\"table\"><thead><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\" colspan=\"2\"><strong>vivo X200 Pro<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>OS<\/strong><\/td><td>Funtouch OS 15 (based on Android 15)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Display<\/strong><\/td><td>6.78-inch AMOLED (2,800 x 1,260), 120Hz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>CPU<\/strong><\/td><td>3nm MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Octa-core &#8211; up to 3.6GHz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>RAM<\/strong><\/td><td>16GB + 16GB<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Storage<\/strong><\/td><td>512GB<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Rear camera<\/strong><\/td><td>50 + 50 + 200MP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Front camera<\/strong><\/td><td>32MP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Cellular<\/strong><\/td><td>5G Dual SIM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Connectivity<\/strong><\/td><td>Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Ports&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td>USB-C<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Battery<\/strong><\/td><td>6,000mAh, 90W FlashCharge, 30W Wireless charging<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Security<\/strong><\/td><td>3D ultrasonic single-point fingerprint sensor<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Durability<\/strong><\/td><td>IP68 and IP69<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Colour<\/strong><\/td><td>Cosmos Black and Titanium Gray<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"878\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-2-1024x878.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-808093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-2-1024x878.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-2-300x257.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-2-768x659.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"878\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-1-1024x878.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-808094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vivo-1-1024x878.jpg 1024w, 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