vivo X200 Series Unveiled: First Android Flagship with 3nm Dimensity 9400, Pro mini Edition Ushers in a New Small Straight-Screen Trend

vivo X200 Series Unveiled: First Android Flagship with 3nm Dimensity 9400, Pro mini Edition Ushers in a New Small Straight-Screen TrendOn October 14th, vivo officially launched its new flagship smartphone series, the vivo X200 series, encompassing the X200, X200 Pro, and the highly anticipated X200 Pro mini. Pioneering the use of the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chip, the vivo X200 series becomes the world's first Android flagship to feature a 3nm processor

vivo X200 Series Unveiled: First Android Flagship with 3nm Dimensity 9400, Pro mini Edition Ushers in a New Small Straight-Screen Trend

On October 14th, vivo officially launched its new flagship smartphone series, the vivo X200 series, encompassing the X200, X200 Pro, and the highly anticipated X200 Pro mini. Pioneering the use of the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chip, the vivo X200 series becomes the world's first Android flagship to feature a 3nm processor. Moreover, this series marks the first time vivo has brought together its four core technologies Blue Crystal Chip Technology, Blue Ocean Battery System, vivo Blue Heart Large Model, and Blue River Operating System showcasing its formidable strength in technological innovation.

vivo and Arm Collaborate to Define the Second-Generation All-Large-Core 3nm Dimensity 9400, Unleashing Powerful Performance

vivo and Arm have established a joint lab, working together with MediaTek to define the second-generation all-large-core 3nm Dimensity 9400 from the ground up, delivering unprecedented performance to users. This chip not only boasts the exceptional performance of 3nm technology, but also features comprehensive optimization in GPU, CPU, AI capabilities, and imaging, fully unleashing the chip's potential.

vivo X200 Pro mini: The Perfect Fusion of Pro-Level Configuration and Mini Size

The X200 Pro mini, the final product unveiled at the launch event, made a stunning appearance with an "onemorething" reveal. It's the first mini product within the X series and the only Pro-level small straight-screen phone currently available in the Android market. Huang Tao, Vice President of vivo Products, stated that the name "Pro mini" accurately reflects the product's positioning it boasts Pro-level core configurations while offering the portability of a mini size.

The Choice and Future Plan for Small Straight-Screen Phones

Facing the double risks of large-screen and small-screen phones in the smartphone market, vivo has chosen to launch the Pro mini, providing more options for users. Huang Tao explained that a significant proportion of users still prefer larger screens, but a considerable number also yearn for small straight-screen phones that can be easily held in one hand. vivo aims to cater to diverse user needs by offering a variety of products.

Regarding the future iterations of Pro mini, Huang Tao confirmed that vivo will continue this direction for the next two to three generations. He pointed out that market feedback indicates strong user interest in small straight-screen phones.

Other Highlights of the vivo X200 Series

Besides the Dimensity 9400 chip, the vivo X200 series incorporates various advanced technologies, including:

• LPDDR5X UltraPro Memory: Delivers faster operating speeds and lower power consumption.

• Ultra-Long-Range Networkless Communication Technology up to 1.5km: Enables connectivity over a wider range.

• Blue Map x Sony LYT-818 Customized Sensor: Provides more accurate image capture capabilities.

• Zeiss Master Color Screen: Offers an exceptional visual experience.

Pricing and Chip Technology Collaboration

Huang Tao, Vice President of vivo Products, acknowledged that the surging cost of the supply chain currently puts pressure on smartphone pricing. The pricing of the vivo X200 series has reached its limit, maximizing the use of all available space. The prices for the three phones are as follows:

• vivo X200: Starting from 4299 yuan.

• vivo X200 Pro: Starting from 5299 yuan.

• vivo X200 Pro mini: Starting from 4699 yuan.

Regarding the imaging capabilities and technology collaboration of the Dimensity 9400 chip, Han Bohao stated that vivo, when defining the Dimensity 9400, had already elevated all specifications and capability requirements of the V2 chip to the level of integrated and internalized platforms. While vivo holds relevant patents, they have not established any usage barriers and instead have made this technology a platform-shared capability, allowing other manufacturers to utilize it.

The collaboration between vivo and MediaTek is extremely deep, covering multiple aspects, including joint chip definition, joint research and development, and joint tuning. From initial joint tuning collaboration to the current joint definition, their partnership has reached a more advanced stage.

The launch of the vivo X200 series not only showcases vivo's formidable strength in the technology sector but also represents the emerging trends in the future development of the mobile phone market. It is believed that this flagship phone equipped with the 3nm Dimensity 9400 chip will deliver unprecedented performance and user experience.