Vivo X100 Pro vs Vivo X200 FE vs X200 Pro: Vivo’s premium X-series has seen tremendous growth since the launch of the X100 Pro in late 2023. Now, in mid-2025, its latest setup has arrived in India – with the compact flagship Vivo X200 FE on one hand and the flagship powerhouse Vivo X200 Pro on the other. Both phones are designed for their respective users – someone who wants performance, someone who is camera crazy and someone who wants a lightweight but premium phone.

The specialty of all these phones is that they get great support of Zeiss optics, along with silicon-based technology and strong design. Vivo has created a full-on flagship lineup with these phones keeping every type of user in mind.

Performance and Power

When the X100 Pro was launched, it had MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 chip – which was considered to be a very top level processor of its time. But Vivo took this lineup to the next level by introducing the Dimensity 9400 chipset with the X200 Pro. Not only have the CPU and GPU become better, but thermal management and battery life have also become longer than before.

Now talking about the X200 FE, it also has the same Dimensity 9300+ chipset, but it has been tuned for a little power efficiency and smoother performance. Practical tests show that this phone stays cool even under heavy load and performs consistently smooth.

Display and Design: Size and Brightness Matter

In both the X100 Pro and X200 Pro, you get a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display, which supports a refresh rate of 1Hz to 120Hz. While the X100 Pro’s brightness goes up to 3,000 nits, the X200 Pro surpasses it by reaching 4,500 nits – meaning you will have no problem in outdoor use.

Now while the X200 FE’s screen is small – just 6.31 inches – but its brightness goes up to 5,000 nits! That is, even a small phone gives a great viewing experience in bright sunlight.

Talking about the design, the X100 Pro comes with a glass or vegan leather back, while the X200 Pro gives IP68/IP69 rating with fiber-glass and aluminum frame. Now the X200 FE takes a slightly different path – it has an aerospace-grade metal frame, the design is very slim and lightweight, the weight is just 186 grams and the thickness is just 7.99mm – meaning full comfort in the pocket.

Battery Life and Charging

Vivo has really done wonders in terms of battery this time. The X100 Pro has a 5,400mAh battery, which supports 100W wired and 50W wireless charging.

In the X200 Pro, this has increased to 6,000mAh, charging becomes 90W wired and 30W wireless. This means the battery lasts longer and charges faster too.

But the X200 FE leaves everyone behind – in this you get 6,500mAh backup and 90W wired charging. Yes, it does not have wireless charging, but the battery life it gives is rarely seen in small size phones. Many users have reported that the screen on time is more than 6 hours, that too continuously.

Camera Systems: Zeiss and Zoom

The biggest strength of Vivo’s X-series is its camera – and its partnership with Zeiss guarantees this.

The X100 Pro gets a 50MP main sensor (IMX989) that is 1-inch in size. It is accompanied by a 50MP periscope camera that offers 4.3x optical zoom and a 50MP ultrawide lens.

Now things get more powerful in the X200 Pro. It has a 200MP telephoto lens that offers 3.7x optical and 100x digital zoom – making it the most powerful camera in the series in terms of zoom. It also gets a 50MP LYT-818 main camera and a 50MP ultrawide.

The X200 FE’s camera setup is also commendable – a 50MP IMX921 main camera, a 50MP 3x periscope camera and an 8MP ultrawide camera. Now the main and telephoto are strong but the ultrawide lags behind a bit. There is a 50MP autofocus selfie camera on the front, which gives great results for selfies and video calling.

Durability and Connectivity

All three phones in the X-series come with an IP68 rating – that is, complete protection from dust and water is guaranteed. But the X200 Pro and FE also get IP69 rating – this is an even more advanced level of protection.

Talking about connectivity, all three phones come with the latest features like Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC and 5G. Talking about software, both the X200 FE and Pro run on Android 15 – FE has Funtouch OS 15 and Pro gets OriginOS 5 or Funtouch OS, depending on the region.

Pricing in India (July 2025)

Now talking about the price, the X100 Pro is now priced between ₹80,000 and ₹96,999, but it is still available at discounts in the market as it is a bit old.

Talking about the X200 FE, its starting price is ₹54,999 (12GB/256GB variant), and the 16GB/512GB version is available for ₹59,999. It comes with launch offers and exchange bonus on Flipkart and Vivo India.

The price of the X200 Pro starts at ₹94,999 and goes up to ₹1,01,999 – that is, it is slightly cheaper than the high-end flagship but the features it offers are premium.

Real‑World Comparisons and User Sentiment

Users on Reddit and other tech forums have found the X200 series’ heat management and battery performance to be better than the X100 Pro. The X200 FE in particular is receiving a lot of praise – its battery, compact design, and screen brightness have been praised by people.

Long-term reviews of the X200 Pro also suggest that its telephoto camera is better than the X100 Pro.

Which Should You Choose?

If you want a phone that offers flagship performance at every level, a strong camera, especially in zoom, and full protection from water and dust – then the X200 Pro will be best for you.

If you want a compact size phone with great battery life, a strong display, and premium camera performance – then the X200 FE will be right for you. This is a device that is lightweight, stylish and reliable.

If you are getting the X100 Pro at a very good discount and you do not need the battery or more zoom of the new models – then you can also go for this. But remember, the X200 series is really much better.

Final Verdict

Vivo’s X-series is improving itself with every new model. The journey from X100 Pro to X200 Pro and FE clearly shows that the company paid attention to every aspect – be it performance, brightness, battery or durability.

The X200 FE is a phone that redefines what a compact flagship can be – it strikes a great balance between camera, battery and price. The X200 Pro is for those who want a flagship experience without any compromise.

With these two, Vivo has created a portfolio that covers every kind of user – and that too with the quality of the X-series.