Apple iPhone 15 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Apple iPhone 15 (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3349); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,626,008); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 145); the Apple iPhone 15 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 15 better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $899
- Better portability (78/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3349 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 — 44/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (81/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15
- 3349 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Apple iPhone 15 by 51.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Apple iPhone 15 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (94/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (96/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (81/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 76/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.