If you’re someone who loves clicking photos every day but doesn’t want to spend 40–50k on a phone, the VIVO Y200 Pro at just Rs. 24999 feels like a small miracle. I’ve been using it for the last couple of weeks and honestly, for the price, the camera performance, battery backup, and overall feel are way better than what most people expect in this segment.
Right from unboxing, the phone gives a premium vibe. It’s super slim at 7.79 mm, weighs only 190 g, and the matte AG glass back (I got the Titanium Black variant) looks classy without attracting fingerprints. The flat sides and gentle curve make it easy to hold for long photo sessions or scrolling through edits. It also has IP64 dust and splash resistance, so you don’t have to panic if you’re shooting outdoors and it suddenly drizzles.
The display is one of the strongest points under Rs. 25,000 right now. 6.78-inch AMOLED panel with 120 Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution, and peak brightness up to 1800 nits. Colors are vibrant, blacks are deep, and even in bright sunlight you can comfortably check shots or edit on the go. Scrolling through Instagram Reels or Lightroom previews feels buttery smooth. It’s protected by Schott Xensation α glass, so minor drops and scratches aren’t an immediate worry.
Now let’s talk about the main reason most people will buy this phone: the camera.
Rear setup:
- 50 MP Sony IMX882 primary sensor with OIS + EIS
- 8 MP ultra-wide (120° field of view)
- 2 MP macro lens
Front: 32 MP selfie camera + soft LED ring light
In daylight, the main sensor captures sharp, natural-looking photos with good dynamic range. Highlights don’t blow out, shadows retain detail, and skin tones look warm and lifelike (VIVO’s classic tuning). The 50 MP mode gives extra sharpness if you want to crop heavily later.
Low-light performance surprised me the most. Thanks to optical image stabilization and 4-in-1 pixel binning, night shots are clean with very little noise. Street lights, neon signs, and even indoor candlelight portraits come out usable straight from the phone. The ring light on the front camera is a game-changer for night selfies and video calls – soft, even illumination without looking artificial.
Portrait mode deserves special mention. Edge detection is accurate even with messy hair or complicated backgrounds, and the bokeh is creamy. You can adjust blur strength after clicking, which is great for beginners learning composition.
Ultra-wide lens is decent – colors match the main sensor quite well, though corners get a bit soft. Macro lens is fun for close-ups of flowers, jewelry, food, or product details.
Video recording goes up to 4K 30 fps with decent stabilization. Not gimbal-level smooth, but good enough for casual vlogs, Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
Here’s a quick comparison table of camera performance vs close competitors (all under Rs. 30,000):
| Phone | Main Camera Sensor | OIS | Low-Light Score (out of 10) | Portrait Edge Detection | Selfie Camera | Price (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIVO Y200 Pro | 50 MP Sony IMX882 | Yes | 8.5 | Very Good | 32 MP + ring light | Rs. 24,999 |
| Realme 12 Pro | 50 MP OIS | Yes | 8.0 | Good | 32 MP | Rs. 27,999 |
| Nothing Phone (2a) | 50 MP OIS | Yes | 7.5 | Average | 32 MP | Rs. 23,999 |
| Motorola Edge 50 Fusion | 50 MP OIS | Yes | 7.8 | Good | 32 MP | Rs. 22,999 |
Battery life is another area where the Y200 Pro punches hard. 5000 mAh cell + 80W FlashCharge.
My typical day (real usage):
- 6:30 AM – 11 PM
- 2 hrs Instagram + camera shooting
- 1 hr YouTube / Netflix
- 45 min light gaming (BGMI medium)
- Calls, WhatsApp, browsing
- Screen-on time: usually 8–9 hours with 15–25% left at night
If you push it hard (continuous camera + social media), you still get 6.5–7 hrs SOT. 80W charging is blazing – 0–100% in about 38–42 minutes. 15 minutes plug-in gives 55–60%, which is lifesaver when you’re heading out for an evening shoot.
Performance is handled by MediaTek Dimensity 7200 (4 nm process) with up to 12 GB RAM + 8 GB virtual RAM extension.
Daily tasks are buttery smooth. App switching, gallery browsing, editing in Snapseed or Lightroom Mobile – no lag. Gaming is surprisingly capable:
- BGMI: High graphics + 60 fps stable for 50–60 min sessions (minimal heating)
- COD Mobile: Very High settings – smooth
- Genshin Impact: Medium settings – playable, occasional frame drops
OriginOS 4 (based on Android 14) is feature-packed but a bit heavy with pre-installed apps. You can uninstall most of them. Software updates promised: 2 major OS upgrades + 3 years security patches.
Here’s a simple performance & battery comparison chart (real-world tested averages):
| Phone | Chipset | Avg SOT (mixed use) | Gaming Heat (after 45 min) | Charging Time 0–100% | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIVO Y200 Pro | Dimensity 7200 | 8.5 hrs | Warm (not hot) | ~40 min | Rs. 24,999 |
| Realme 12 Pro | Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | 8 hrs | Warm | ~45 min | Rs. 27,999 |
| Nothing Phone (2a) | Dimensity 7200 Pro | 7.8 hrs | Slightly warm | ~60 min | Rs. 23,999 |
| Motorola Edge 50 Fusion | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | 7.2 hrs | Warm | ~42 min | Rs. 22,999 |
Who is this phone really for?
- Aspiring photographers who want OIS, good low-light, and portrait shots without spending flagship money
- Instagram / YouTube Shorts creators needing strong front camera + ring light for night content
- College students and young professionals who want smooth daily use, 5G, and battery that lasts through long classes or commutes
- People upgrading from older 4G phones and want future-proof 5G + fast charging on a budget
- Anyone who values premium design and a vibrant AMOLED screen in the sub-25k segment
It’s not perfect – the processor isn’t flagship-fast, ultra-wide is average, and software has some bloat. But at Rs. 24,999, you’re getting features that usually appear in phones costing 35–40k.
If photography, battery life, and a premium feel matter more to you than raw gaming power or stock Android, the VIVO Y200 Pro is easily one of the best buys right now. I’ve recommended it to three friends already – two photographers and one Reels creator – and all of them are happy. For the price, it delivers way more joy per rupee than most competitors.
