Is the vivo X200S, with its wireless fast charging and ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking, a "backstab" to X200 users?

Is the vivo X200S, with its wireless fast charging and ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking, a "backstab" to X200 users?vivo is known for its extensive product line, and the vivo X200 series is no exception. From the vivo X200, vivo X200 Pro, and vivo X200 Pro Mini, to the upcoming vivo X200S and vivo X200 Ultra, consumers are faced with a plethora of choices

Is the vivo X200S, with its wireless fast charging and ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking, a "backstab" to X200 users?

vivo is known for its extensive product line, and the vivo X200 series is no exception. From the vivo X200, vivo X200 Pro, and vivo X200 Pro Mini, to the upcoming vivo X200S and vivo X200 Ultra, consumers are faced with a plethora of choices. However, this abundance of options also carries a potential risk newer models might surpass their predecessors in key areas, leading to the so-called "backstabbing" effect. The recently leaked information about the vivo X200S has sparked discussions about whether it constitutes a "backstab" to the vivo X200.

According to online leaks, the vivo X200S primarily upgrades the vivo X200 in two aspects: wireless fast charging and ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking. The absence of these two features has been a major point of criticism for the vivo X200. The vivo X series is already positioned at a higher price point, yet the lack of wireless fast charging in the vivo X200 significantly reduced its competitiveness. In an era of increasingly prevalent wireless charging technology, this omission left the vivo X200 lacking in user experience. The vivo X200S rectifies this shortcoming, offering users a more convenient charging experience, freeing them from the constraints of cables and enabling charging at home, in the office, or even in the car.

Another shortcoming addressed by the vivo X200S is the ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking. Compared to traditional under-screen optical fingerprint unlocking, ultrasonic technology boasts enhanced security and faster unlocking speeds. The vivo X200 uses a relatively outdated short-focus fingerprint unlocking technology, while many competing flagship models have already adopted ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking. It's noteworthy that the vivo iQOO Neo10 series, positioned lower than the X series, features ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking, highlighting the X200's lag. The upgrade in the X200S addresses this competitive disadvantage, boosting the overall competitiveness of the product.

Beyond these two core upgrades, the vivo X200S boasts other improvements. It features a 6.67-inch LTPS OLED screen with a 1.5K resolution, coupled with an ultra-narrow bezel design, enhancing both visual appeal and feel. Unlike the vivo X200's curved screen, the X200S adopts a more popular flat screen design with ultra-narrow bezels on three sides, resulting in a superior visual experience. Furthermore, it supports a 120Hz refresh rate and high-frequency eye protection dimming technology, and may continue to use a Visionox screen, ensuring excellent display quality.

In terms of appearance, the vivo X200S retains the previous generation's large circular camera design, but the camera bezel features an ultra-narrow design for a more refined look. Regarding core specifications, the vivo X200S may debut with the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ flagship processor, an upgraded version of the Dimensity 9400, featuring a boosted CPU frequency and enhanced performance for a smoother user experience. It's also expected to be equipped with 12GB LPDDR5X four-channel RAM and 512GB UFS 4.0 storage, further improving performance.

While the vivo X200S boasts numerous upgrades, some specifications might remain consistent with the vivo X200. For instance, the imaging system is expected to retain the specifications of the standard vivo X200, featuring a 32MP front camera and a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50MP main camera, a 50MP wide-angle lens, and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens. The battery will likely be a large 5800mAh capacity with 90W wired fast charging, plus the newly added wireless fast charging, catering to extended usage needs. vivo is also expected to continue its innovations in image processing, leveraging new AI algorithms to further improve the photography experience. The vivo X200S will likely run OriginOS 5.0 and is expected to launch in early April, bringing more new features.

In summary, the vivo X200S builds upon the core specifications of the vivo X200 while adding crucial features like wireless fast charging and ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking, undeniably enhancing its competitiveness. However, these upgrades have sparked debate regarding a potential "backstab" to vivo X200 users. The lack of these features in the X200 does make it appear less attractive. From this perspective, the X200S does have a negative impact on X200 owners. On the other hand, technological iteration is an inevitable aspect of market development, and new models having more advanced configurations is a normal market practice. Ultimately, whether this constitutes a "backstab" is a matter of individual consumer judgment. What are your thoughts? Please share your opinions in the comments.