Apple iPhone 16e vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 56/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3279); 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 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $950
- Better portability (80/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 35 points higher (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, 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 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (85/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (80/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 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) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
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 16e and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16e by 53.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $351. Apple iPhone 16e was $351 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (85/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (80/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 35 points (91/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e 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.