Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Vivo X200
Samsung's Galaxy A35 delivers solid mid-range performance with a vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display and reliable 5000mAh battery, making it an excellent value choice for everyday users. Vivo's X200 significantly outperforms it with a superior MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset, dramatically brighter 4500-nit display with 1-120Hz LTPO technology, and a more versatile triple camera setup featuring 50MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom. Battery capacity jumps to 5800mAh with 90W fast charging plus 30W wireless charging. Build quality edges ahead with IP69 rating and Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Performance gaps are substantial—the X200 handles demanding gaming and productivity tasks with ease while the A35's Exynos 1380 shows throttling under load. Camera systems differ meaningfully: X200's 4K@60fps and superior zoom capabilities crush the A35's 4K@30fps limitation. At $599 versus $399, the X200 justifies its premium through tangible upgrades in processing power, display technology, and camera versatility. Budget-conscious buyers should choose the A35, but serious phone enthusiasts will find the X200's capabilities worth the investment.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A35 | Vivo X200 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 15 (Funtouch OS 15) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 209 g | 202 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP67 | IP69 |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 78.0 x 8.2 mm | 160.3 x 74.0 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.57, OIS |
| Front camera | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 5 MP macro | 50 MP, f/2.57, 3x optical zoom, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.0, 119-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5800 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 90W wired |
| Wireless charging | — | 30W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | Super AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2800 x 1260 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 1-120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 4500 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MP5 | Immortalis-G925 |
| Chipset | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy A35
Pros
- Solid build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both sides
- Bright 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Long-lasting 5000 mAh battery
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Four years of OS upgrades promised
Cons
- Only 6 GB RAM in base configuration
- Wi-Fi 5 is dated for 2024
- Exynos 1380 trails Snapdragon 7 chips
- Slow 25W charging with no in-box charger
Vivo X200
Pros
- Flagship Dimensity 9400 chip at a competitive $599 price
- Triple 50MP camera with ZEISS optics and 3x optical zoom
- 5800 mAh battery with 90W charging lasts well over a day
- Compact and light for a flagship at 202 g
- IP69 durability rating is best-in-class
Cons
- Limited global availability outside China and select markets
- Funtouch OS lacks the polish of competing skins
- 3x zoom is shorter than 5x periscope competitors
- No 200MP telephoto like the Pro model
Related Comparisons
Explore more in phones, see all Samsung products or all Vivo products. View full details for the Samsung Galaxy A35 or the Vivo X200.

