Vivo X200 FE India Launch Expected In The Next Few Months: What We Know

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Vivo X200 FE could be the latest compact phone to be introduced in the market this year and possibly become a flagship alternative for many.
Vivo is gearing up to launch the Vivo X200 FE model in the Indian market as per reports. It was earlier mentioned that Vivo is going to bring both the X200 Pro Mini and the top-tier X200 Ultra models in the country which now seems unlikely.
However, the news about Vivo X200 FE India launch should bring its own excitement, primarily because this could be the rebranded X200 Mini model that was introduced in China recently. The report from Smartprix says the X200 FE is expected to make its debut in India by the end of June or early July this year.
Interestingly, the report also suggests that the Chinese smartphone maker could launch the new entrant alongside the previously speculated Vivo X200 Ultra.
Vivo X200 FE Features And Price In India Expected
So, what can we expect from the Vivo X200 FE model rumoured to launch in India?
The device is tipped to be powered a Dimensity 9400 version chipset which could sit below the flagship variant. The X200 FE could be the latest to feature in the compact segment with a 6.31-inch LTPO OLED display that should offer 120Hz refresh rate. Going by the recent trends, Vivo is likely to adopt the silicone carbon tech for the battery that is likely to support 90W charging speed out of the box.
The device may carry a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP main rear sensor and a 50-MP telephoto lens. For selfie enthusiasts and video calls, the device is likely to get a 50MP front sensor.
The Vivo X200 FE price in India is yet to be revealed but we can expect the phone to launch in the country for around Rs 55,000 which makes it a rival for the soon-to-launch OnePlus 13s model and other compact premium phones.
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