Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs Vivo X300s
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $899 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 4383); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,626,008); the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is noticeably lighter (201g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Vivo X300s
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Plus better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 217g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4383 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $899
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 79/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Plus 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 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Plus — 46/100, 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 15 Plus (95/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (83/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (60/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Plus | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4383 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- 4383 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Apple iPhone 15 Plus by 56.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $176. Vivo X300s was $176 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (95/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (94/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (83/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (60/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and the Vivo X300s?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 76/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Plus over the Vivo X300s?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus 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.