Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 73/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 157); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3293
- Lighter: 199g vs 226g
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 15 points higher (88/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (81/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
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 16 Pro and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 46.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Vivo X300 Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (81/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 86/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. 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.