Vivo X200 Pro - The Best Phone of 2024!?

[@MatthewMoniz]

What do you guys think of the VIVO X200 Pro? Do you really think its the best phone of 2024?

[@joelconolly5574]

It's not really an inch sensor. More like 1/1.23"

[@amank8320]

Yes

[@victorutomo7244]

Yes

[@SaifYounus]

Yes

[@michaelgaston6332]

Yes

[@omarcortes5754]

We are missing a lot of cool tech here in North America. This phone has a crazy camera arrangement and huge battery and we have to settle with Samsung and Apple.

[@MatthewMoniz]

Ya, I wish we had more selection as well.

[@OddOneOut665]

And Google too!

[@seekeroftruth45]

Google is overpriced​@@OddOneOut665

[@amazing2five274]

I mean you are using the word "we" very loosely here....MOST phone users don't even know ow how to use that camera nor even living that life style. S24ultra and iphone caters more to the majority anyways! Now I for one really going to try and invest in this tech but that doesn't mean it's meant for everyone e

[@ganeshbade1307]

It's battery work like nothing else. If you leave it fully charged at night and next morning it will still 100% where other phones drain 10-15%

[@gwtr2626]

absolute monster of a phone

[@pjt6125]

Zeiss Natural Color Profile is probably the best color science in the smartphone photography realm.

[@BlackParade01]

Xiaomi has the best color science imo, especially the 14 Ultra

[@hungphamviet2893]

It's Hasselblad color science on Oppo for me

[@mybuddy3119]

I am using OP10 Pro and it has the best color profile for me. I'm not a good photographer but the photos I'm taking looks amazing. Anyways i just ordered Vivo x200 Pro. Hope it can prove me wrong. ​@@hungphamviet2893

[@neilmcguinness4422]

Many say it gives slightly drab and flat results. It is nice for people to have such options though.

[@muthukumaranc]

The mic quality is also fantastic

[@MatthewMoniz]

Its good! But I found the iPhone to do a better job of isolating your voice. you could hear the background noise with the Vivo

[@katram11]

​@@MatthewMoniz mat honestly... Don't you think that you are a liiiiiittle bit biased with Apple?

[@MatthewMoniz]

@@katram11I don’t need to be biased you can hear the audio quality for yourself. The Vivo is a bit louder but falls slightly short in isolating the voice as you can hear the surroundings loud and clear. The iPhone did a better job of focusing on the voice while clearing unwanted audio. They both did a good job but that’s the difference between the two.

[@katram11]

@@MatthewMoniz I know my friend, been following you for many years now and you were great company and consultant especially in laptop guidance. But I think in general you have a better love for apple in some cases at least. I am a foldable guy in phones so I am watching the review because of you! Didn't mean to insult. All the best!

[@inthebackwiththerabbish]

@@MatthewMoniz I think the isolation is good but it just makes your voice sound a bit like its in a vacuum and when you switch to the x200 pro’s mic, it’s as if my ears get to relax a little. I guess for someone who works in quiet environments that’s a win

[@37izzu]

4:18 Vivo nailed it both in terms of looks and audio

[@yatishsharma8632]

I do have to agree on that, my pixels front camera is trash. Both pixel 4a and 7pro takes blurry photos and when shooting directly in sun it makes my face grey

[@ashyouknow7420]

@@yatishsharma8632 To be fair it has a wider front camera though.

[@amillionwhooshes]

@@ashyouknow7420 lol so you're ok with blurry photos as long as the front camera is wider? 🤣

[@ashyouknow7420]

@@amillionwhooshes Lol no never

[@arondyte318]

Definitely my phone of the year 2024 no contest. I thought I was gonna enter 2025 with the 16 Pro Max and Pixel 9 Pro XL but ended up selling the Pixel 9 Pro XL as the X200 Pro has superior battery life, camera and overall performance (it can actually play games at reasonable level expected of flagships).

[@yomama69911]

Idk about superior camera becausd google does have crazy good processing

[@AhammedShaheedhudheen]

I received your recommendation after a long time and thought you had stopped making KZbin videos. I had actually forgotten about your channel, but it's nice to see your videos again!

[@MatthewMoniz]

Probably because I do a lot of laptop reviews and you're more interested in phones! So the algo stopped recommended my channel. Thanks for stopping by again

[@AhammedShaheedhudheen]

@MatthewMoniz no no, i watch videos of all tech products

[@nikc1313]

This is an incredible device. The camera is in a whole different league to anything else on the market. I deliberated over this and the oppo find x8 pro but went for the oppo as its software experience just seems to be a little better fleshed out while still having an awesome camera. Also the oppo was natively available in the UK where as I'd have to import the global rom Vivo.

[@eoin4597]

The camera isn't in a different league at all. The Oppo Find x7 ultra and Vivo x100 ultra have better main cameras and ultrawides. They also have better zoom from two to 3.6x especially the Oppo Find x7 ultra. It's very good but it's not the best out there at all.

[@El_Hamzoh]

I agree, Oppo is a much more complete smartphone with a mature OS you made a good choice

[@amillionwhooshes]

@@El_Hamzoh Fair point

[@PranayBhanushali]

Would love to see the best setup videos make a comeback this year! I really used to enjoy watching those as the setups were really relatable not very over the board like we usually see on internet that feel unachievable.

[@SpolemaYardley]

Micro-curved edges are ❤! Period. They just go easy on your fingers!!! Flat screens look nice (in a subjective way) and all, but they hurt your thumb. So.. micro cruved is >>>

[@mjthethird1]

I feel who really keeps phones for 7 years anyways in regard to updates? 4 years for updates is fine. This phone is nice.

[@FrozenPlasmaOfficial_YT]

People who buy used phones are happy about 7 years of updates

[@andyH_England]

The problem is when you sell it after four years someone else loves that iPhones will get 2-3 years more updates whereas they lose that with Vivo. These phones can last 7-10 years so only 4 years is a big negative. I am on my sixth iOS version and looking at what Apple says, I may get another two versions. Name me one Android phone from back then that is still getting Android updates?

[@amillionwhooshes]

It's not for you, but the 2nd owner of the phone in a few years, who doesn't care about all the latest specs like us and just wants something that works.

[@NA-dr9os]

I honestly don't want to change my 2019 huawei P30 pro, but the battery charges slowly, drains quickly, and the back is broken, it cost about as much as the phone to fix it last time. Now I'm thinking of getting this one. 6 years is a good run I think.

[@Tadala_de_10]

As a professional photographer, I can say this is the best telephoto camera I’ve ever seen in a mobile device. In some scenarios it’s even better that a lot of apsc cameras

[@abdurahmanpopara4330]

Great review, thanks!

[@MatthewMoniz]

Appreciate the kind words!

[@x7amaan]

I believe that the curvy edges are perfect for the grip and comfort

[@Crmsn97]

Hyped for the x200 ultra 😁 Nice video✌️

[@yansuryamahardika2478]

this phone with one ui will considerably the best phone of the year, hope their engineer will do massive overhaul Funtouch OS in next update

[@amillionwhooshes]

Honestly that is the one thing that is bad about this phone. Software needs a massive overhaul. It's immature and with the financial success this phone is bringing in, VIVO should invest heavily in a software engineering department to get an infant OS into a teenage or young adult level OS. If they have the brains to create the best camera processing and sensor combination by far in a smartphone, they can create a decent, respectable OS experience too.

[@Smzxe]

That oily tone is basically AI smoothening or noise Reduction which is also available in many image editors

[@usmanabdulkadir3334]

Great video keep it up as always Sir

[@MatthewMoniz]

Appreciate you! = )

[@nirmalable1]

Fantastic review ❤

[@MatthewMoniz]

Thank you !

[@amank8320]

X200 pro better then s24 ultra

[@CRYO-69]

Vivo's software is shit

[@Getquora]

@CRYO-69 i use origin os 5 which is the best software

[@TheebX92]

No, Samsung is better You get 7 years of update

[@mr.rarement]

​@@TheebX92Who uses their phone for 7 years? I swap phones every 2-3 years.

[@Getquora]

@@TheebX92 7 years of update on Samsung is cap, don't believe it. Battery won't last 7 years

[@greendro6410]

Looks absolutely great 👍

[@MatthewMoniz]

Glad you like it!

[@FarrukhShabir]

Still Rocking X100 Ultra. It's practically the same if not better camera system compared to x200p. But Origin OS is miles ahead of Funtouch. Waiting for x 200 Ultra for the upgrade now.

[@kpehe100]

I'm using the Oppo Find X8 in Canada, the one that was launched in India and it works perfectly fine, 5G on Freedom Mobile.

[@gkf3305]

I agree with you. Overall as usual, Galaxy S Ultra and iPhone Pro Max phones tick most boxes. Vivo is not worldwide, so it already is out of the list for most people. Xiaomi is still more global among the other Chinese brands.

[@allhill]

Nice review! I just switch from Pixel 7 after two years to Vivo x200 Pro mini due to the size, came with originOS.. beside the AI feature, everything is perfect to replace my Pixel. Love it,

[@diegogajardo7851]

how good is the fingerprint sensor?

[@allhill]

@diegogajardo7851 better than my Pixel7, faster and success rate is almost 100%

[@diegogajardo7851]

@ what about the ui, are there too many things or pop ups in chinese?

[@allhill]

@@diegogajardo7851 nope chinese things pop up, only the AI things and Origin app came with chinese language, but you have global translation work in every screen, so you can understand it

[@arki71]

You can turn off AI assistance in the telephoto lens in the settings!

[@ThunderingVipers]

Finally cameras are getting phone features..

[@MrDavidsic]

I think you have a good idea of ​​this phone. Good screen, very good battery life, three important things but I had tested the X100 Pro and indeed Funtouch OS is a bit meh. I will receive my X200 Pro on the 31st I will see 🧐😃 Thanks for this review 👍

[@MatthewMoniz]

My pleasure! Let me know how you like it.

[@fahmikacamata]

I agree with you Matt. This phone is so good for night photography. But the best phone for overall aspect still S24 ultra or Iphone 16 Pro Max

[@BlackParade01]

Great review and I understand where you're coming from. The iPhone and Samsung are more complete packages. But I think that the X200 Pro will become a cult classic just like the P30 Pro did, because of its camera + processor + battery performance. If they improve the software a bit more, you'd have the "perfect" phone for a lot of people.

[@cuteatif19]

Thanks for the unbiased review, most other reviewers are hyping it up so much to the point of exaggeration.

[@MatthewMoniz]

Glad I could offer a different perspective!

[@longnguyencaotuan2267]

Please consider review OPPO Find X8 Pro and make a comparison with this phone, in all categories.

[@MrAhiante2010]

Too bad we can't get this in the USA..

[@MatthewMoniz]

Ya can't get it here in Canada either. Only option is to import it. At least it works and gets full 5G

[@cameronbosch1213]

@@MatthewMoniz As long as your not on Verizon in the U.S. Then it's not great because of CMDA. Then again, Verizon sucks.

[@lubomirdomansky5079]

I hate they do not offer all colour options and 1TB version in Europe

[@simphoniaubec]

best phone of 2024 for me. Sold my s24u after a week of using this but i did get the CN version which has a better software and i agree the funtouch os is just too plain and feels cheap tbh.

[@besiasvlogs7578]

Amazing Phone... With amazing features, with charger... outstanding camera performance...

[@sunflash9]

The bedst camera ever of any smartphone, my friend have one. Wipe my iPhone and OnePlus a*s. Only issues is the global version is hard to get in EU, currently only available in south east asia.

[@sagovana]

It's not hard to get at all. Just buy it from Wonda Mobile or average dad tech and you will have it in a few days

[@RollerbladingwithRoss]

All I want from a phone is something I can film with cinematic looks and photos.

[@bruceparker3139]

Vivo absolutely nails night time photos

[@abolinda2071]

You know that at x100 no phone can give you good results or pictures that you can benefit from in general at this magnification. But Vivo is completely, although it is possible even if it is oily.. But the approximation up to 3.7 is the best ever

[@fatemehhamounpou1815]

I can't think of any aspect you missed, great job! (I can think of price comparisons, but for an enthusiast phone, it is irrelevant anyway)

[@MatthewMoniz]

Thanks man! I appreciate it.

[@superlight1999]

It definitely a wake-up call to all android phone manufacturers to be serious about videography.

[@sdqsdq6274]

hmmm does s24 ultra have 4k front facing camera ?

[@superlight1999]

@sdqsdq6274 it does 4k60 since s10 series I believe.

[@lionelb8227]

The camera looks good, as long as you don't start pushing the AI-ish processing

[@redamohammad1937]

@lionelb8227 that's right, but it's almost processing with AI 80% which ruined the pictures

[@orxanr5955]

they have a mini version of this phone which is packed with similar features 🤩

[@sasidharan3819]

Vivo X200 Pro Everything is fine, but the main issue is the display. It is marketed as 'Armor,' but the quality is just average. The display gets scratched easily. Using a screen protector helps resolve this problem.

[@luckyking1762]

The real definition of smart phone should be determined by AI, not camera and that's what Samsung s24 ultra bring to the table. I just hope you know the live translation feature, it is a game changer

[@Pratamatamu]

The 100 ultra with 1 inch sensor is superior than this updated 200 pro version. Hopefully 1 inch will be continuou on 200 ultra as well.

[@BlackParade01]

The X200 Ultra will sadly have the same camera sensors as the Pro. (But at a different focal length!) The Xiaomi 15 Ultra, however, will have the same periscope sensor as the Vivo while also using the 1 inch sensor of the X100 Ultra.

[@JoordezOrange]

nobody is pointing out that the vivo x200 pro does support reverse wireless charging, many sources tells me it doesn't, but mine does haha

[@UpgradeLemonade]

Easily the phone of the year and probably most of 2025. Has literally everything you'd want out of a flagship and the camera crushes everything else. The s24 ultra has the s-pen and if you use that sure its a nice addition but beyond that it doesnt do anything more impressively than this

[@levitoth8681]

Hi! Which is a better laptop, hp omnibook ultra flip or asus zenbook s14? Thanks in advance

[@mohamedwasfy9377]

Is vivo 200 pro better than oneplus 13 ?

[@hemanthpothala356]

Bro, I already have a MacBook Air M1, AirPods Pro 2, and an iPhone 15 Plus. I really like the Vivo X200 Pro's camera. Should I sell the iPhone and get the Vivo, or is it better to stay within the Apple ecosystem? What would you suggest, and what would you personally do?

[@chasencult]

Stay with the iPhone 15 Plus as you’ve already invested in the ecosystem. Yes, the camera is really tempting however if you’re a normal user and not someone who’s in the influencer field, iPhone 15 Plus is good too. You can alternatively get an entry level camera which would get similar results as compared to the x200 Pro. This phone should only be purchased by someone who’s looking for a substantial upgrade (someone who’s using a 5 years old phone), your iPhone 15 Plus is an awesome phone. Just have faith in your device 😅

[@hemanthpothala356]

@ thanks for suggestion

[@ArmaanSingh-c6x]

My next phone ❤

[@TagmatonDomestikon]

In my country this phone isn't sold by retailers, but the Oppo Find X8 Pro is. Shoild I just go with that, or risk getting a global version of the Vivo x200 Pro off Alibaba?

[@rufustitus5463]

The sensor is not over an inch The x100 ultra had a 1 inch sensor but this one is a lil smaller

[@allinfojoint2759]

Why does everyone talk about S pen when talking about S24u, I've seen like 3 people using it and I think they've even forgotten that it's part of the phone, the vivo is better

[@andyH_England]

Yes, S-pen is a niche demographic and if you use that, the S24U is your only choice. So for the billions that do not use an s-pen it is moot.

[@BlackParade01]

Any time you need to sign a contract or a paper, the S-Pen comes in clutch. It's not something most people use daily, but it's always nice to have.

[@allinfojoint2759]

@@BlackParade01 it's nice to have, my point is, that won't be the reason why I would buy an S24u.

[@vincentroy5093]

I have this phone. Two things are incorrect in your review. The haptics are terrible, and the camera sensors are less than 1", not more than 1". That said, I believe this is absolutely the best phone of the year.

[@jesusguzman7587]

If I get the Chinese version will I be able to use it normally as I would any other phone bought here in the USA?

[@MatthewMoniz]

Get the global version

[@AreD893]

I never heard of this phone in Ireland i never seen this before where you can get this phone??

[@julianpasotti173]

Do you know if it has display out via USB and the IR blaster?

[@BlackParade01]

It has both

[@the_haakinton8924]

To me the X200 pro and Pixel 9s design look the best

[@zoostzoo]

Agree with starting Comment no Phone Is Perfect, I like Display 🔥 7:28

[@JoaoCosta-oy1os]

I'm loving mine 😎

[@anitabalakrishnan4276]

Is it worth switching from s24 ultra to vivo x200 pro based on performance (new chipset) and software?

[@HABO2210]

No

[@MatthewMoniz]

No save your money

[@TwoMayTo]

Yes of if have money or wait for s25 ultra. Lets see the camera upgrade of s25 on january

[@joelconolly5574]

Is it weird that I think this phone I consider as contender for 2025 flagships. Probably cause it feels like it should come next year even though it already released 😂

[@sv6180]

And it released in October but it still feels like a 2025 phone😂

[@SBrown-ee8gz]

Im pretty sure this is made to compete for 2025 phones. I want to see if it competes with s25 ultra. Before i get it.

[@Pedr0Lanza]

I ask what is the update policy (android) on this device?

[@odinbejar]

the video on the vivo is literally identical to the iPhone but the cameras for photos kills it so at the end of the day the vivo has the better camera system for pictures and video

[@andyH_England]

Not enough if you take everthing else into account from not even being able to buy it locally to the poor support, and 3 years less updates. Cameras for most people now are just a small part of their choice as for most the primary camera is all they need and most phones are solid in that department.

[@Salty_Biscuitz88]

Best phone is not just abt the hardware alone

[@wesleyfrankenofficial]

The sound in the video is better than the iPhone 16

[@restytamayo3984]

still iphone has great video and camera....true color, very clear

[@odinbejar]

Right off the bat you're bashing it saying that it has a slant when you put on the table good it's facing towards you and it doesn't rock and the design is awesome The big camera bump it's made because it has big ass sensors quit crying about it

[@abhijithgkrishnan2610]

Watching on x200 pro ❤

[@MatthewMoniz]

Nice! Glad you are enjoying it!

[@abhijithgkrishnan2610]

@MatthewMoniz Every bit of it🔥

[@pankaj135]

Buggy UI. Try taking a selfie and apparently it take Portrait Selfies by default. Like what? In a hurry you're done for if you take a selfie.

[@arcaine101]

What firmware version do you have?

[@akhilraj4746]

Actually its not a bug...been using a vivo phone for 3 years now..and when ever i change my camera from the main to selfie it goes straight to potrait mode..yeh its annoying.. but thats how it is for some reason..its always been like that

[@WrestlingFlicks]

I want to buy one!

[@md.saifulislam5471]

Bro literally you are telling that this is the best phone of 2024 in every way but at the last you are not accepting it. that's weird.

[@Garrettdx1988]

I'd like to see a breakdown of what makes you think the S24 Ultra is better. I think a lot of these Chinese companies are outdoing Samsung.

[@debojitmandal8670]

Hi but i thought it matched the iphone in videos y did u say otherwise

[@selvinwright2960]

You forgot to mention that the Vivo processor is better, the battery life is better, wired charging is faster, wireless charging is faster ir blaster, log recording.. what is the Samsung better at again???

[@dexterdr.7020]

matter of fact, vivo had better camera setup even at the beginning of 2024 with x100 ultra, same telephoto sensor and 1 inch sensor for main camera. I would say in terms of cameras galaxy is lagging at least one year behind vivo.

[@waterfoker8558]

Just admit that this Vivo is the best phone of 2025

[@David_Denali]

The Ultra version comin

[@modtechmobilepro]

better in everything but still Samsung is better??

[@dave6018]

Have a look at the oppo x8 pro

[@richardhk153]

now i'm waiting for Xiaomi 15 series

[@nidhi5264]

Can you please help me to find the best phone under 20k

[@mohammadfaheem8096]

Please do a review on iqoo 13

[@amirulizzat2114]

ah yes ill judge which 4k video looks better on my 1080p monitor

[@amehagwold157]

Can you review the xiaomi 15? the regular one

[@lylevincentgilay2584]

Watching from my Xiaomi 14 Ultra

[@marvinjaysuarez2474]

i have the rare blue color

[@af-photography]

Using s24 ultra and don't think it beats it overall

[@alwinjohn6035]

Wallpaper link?

[@FrancisSyCoCo]

S24U is phone of the year for nost tech youtubers

[@sagisagquintal659]

But dethroned by vivo X200 Pro... In terms of camera especially night shot and portrait, video and cinematography

[@connectedcreativity2814]

Pls review Oppo Find X8 Pro

[@COPDME]

If you are happy being drip fed technology because of brand recognition like Samsung Google and Apple's then keep sipping with them if you want everything more for less and keeping competitive and consumer friendly then go with Oppo Vivo Realme Honor Xiaomi Global devices

[@iAfroTech]

Great phone, no doubt about it but not the best 2024 smartphone. I'm waiting for the price in Europe, if it comes in Europe...🤔

[@lreporte]

vivo x200 pro with the origin os is the best phone of 2024, im not a fan of the funtouch os

[@lreporte]

and in europe the price is around 760-800 euros all costs included

[@barriemoorcroft534]

Samsung had a phone 10yrs ago that was a camera first, and phone second. These phones are going the same direction.