Apple iPhone 16 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 68/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,972,476); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Ultra has the stronger camera (170 vs 147); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $950
- Better portability (79/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 23 points higher (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (79/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | 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 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 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
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- 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 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 by 53.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $151. Apple iPhone 16 was $151 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (96/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (79/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 by 23 points (91/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 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.