Apple iPhone 15 vs Vivo X300s
The Apple iPhone 15 (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3349); 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 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15
Vivo X300s
What makes Apple iPhone 15 better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 217g
- Better portability (78/100 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 3349 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 79/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). 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 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 — 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 15 (95/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (83/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (78/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 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 | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 171 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- 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
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15
- 3349 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Apple iPhone 15 by 56.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $76. Vivo X300s was $76 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (95/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (94/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (83/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (78/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 and the Vivo X300s?
The Apple iPhone 15 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 76/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 over the Vivo X300s?
The Apple iPhone 15 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.