ALMOST Best Phone of 2025 | Vivo X200 Ultra Review
2,204Reviewing the Vivo X200 Ultra, one of the best smartphones of 2025 for camera fans, but a global release is off the cards. So the Chinese ROM, along with a few other issues, keeps the Vivo X200 Ultra from being my favourite phone right now. Here's a closer look at the gaming performance, battery life and other bits, now I've had a chance to use it as my full-time mobile.
Most of this massive smartphone is rather enjoyable, such as the flexible, well designed camera which shoots crispy photos at various focal lengths. Almost any conditions result in slick pics, but the Vivo X200 Ultra does stumble in lower light where the tele focus and motion is concerned. For a closer look at the photography kit, check out my dedicated camera review video.
Performance is good enough for gaming on Wuthering Waves etc for long periods. The Vivo X200 Ultra also delivers excellent battery life, with fast charging support.
However, the lack of a global ROM means you're stuck with a second-class Google experience and some general OriginOS shonkiness. Likewise, this blower is ridiculously chonky, and not quite as desirable as some rivals. Personally, I'd pick the OnePlus 13 or Xiaomi 15 Ultra over the Vivo X200 Ultra.
That's my verdict after using the X200 Ultra as my full time phone, let us know your thoughts below!
Vivo X200 Ultra Review Chapters:
0:00 - Well hello there
0:55 - Design
3:13 - OriginOS, Google setup
7:50 - Display & audio
9:10 - Performance & gaming
10:26 - Battery life
11:30 - Cameras