Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Vivo X300
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1199 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 leads — 81/100 vs 75/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X300 is faster in AnTuTu (3,037,992 vs 2,538,751); the Vivo X300 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Vivo X300
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3352
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo X300 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3037992 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 10223
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 206g vs 233g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1199
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300, the Vivo X300 scores 6 points higher (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 leads (69/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Vivo X300 — 84/100; 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 and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (69/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (55/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Vivo X300 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3037992 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 150.6×71.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X300
- Main: 50MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Vivo X300, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 16.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Vivo X300 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (69/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (55/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo X300 — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X300 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.