Oppo and Vivo are preparing to launch their next “Ultra” flagship models, with the Oppo Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra expected to debut in China during Q1 2025. However, tipster Yogesh Brar claims that these two devices will not be officially sold outside of China.
If the rumor proves true, international customers eager for the best that Oppo and Vivo have to offer will be left with only the Pro models of these devices—the Oppo Find X8 Pro and Vivo X200 Pro. Although both the X200 Pro and Find X8 Pro offer exceptional imaging and video performance, the upcoming “Ultra” models are expected to push the boundaries even further. For context, last year’s vivo X100 Ultra also remained exclusive to the home country.
What this means for global consumers
If the next release indeed turns out to be exclusive to China, most of the consumers outside of the country will lose access to some of the industry firsts. However, it’s not entirely surprising given the history of Chinese companies like Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi, who have often chosen not to release their ultra-premium models internationally, focusing instead on the more affordable variants that appeal to broader markets.
The decision to limit the Ultra models to China likely stems from concerns about sales potential outside of the Chinese market. These high-end devices are extremely expensive, and their global sales numbers may not justify the investment required for software optimization and support across different regions.
It’s worth mentioning that the Pro models from both brands this year—the Find X8 Pro and the Vivo X200 Pro—feature ‘Ultra’ level camera setups and have already proven to surpass the Galaxy S24 Ultra in zoom performance. It will be interesting to see what both brands have in store for the Ultra models.
Importing is still an option though
Those who want the best from these brands (including some of the best camera systems on a phone) will still be able to import the devices from China through unofficial channels.
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