Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 65/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 230g
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 26 points higher (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Vivo X300 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (61/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | $950 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 53.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Vivo X300 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (96/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (85/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (61/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 26 points (91/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.