Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Vivo X300s
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1099 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4352); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,413,275); the Vivo X300s is noticeably lighter (217g vs 240g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Vivo X300s
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max better?
- Overall rating 67/100
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4352 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 217g vs 240g
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $1099
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max — 44/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (94/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (83/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1284x2778 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4352 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.8×78.1×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 240 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1284x2778
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- 4352 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max by 61.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $376. Vivo X300s was $376 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (95/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (94/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (83/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and the Vivo X300s?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max over the Vivo X300s?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.