Apple iPhone 17 vs Vivo X300
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 leads — 81/100 vs 76/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X300 is faster in AnTuTu (3,037,992 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Vivo X300
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3352
- Lighter: 177g vs 206g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo X300 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3037992 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Vivo X300, the Vivo X300 scores 5 points higher (81/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 leads (69/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (69/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Vivo X300 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3037992 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 150.6×71.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300
- Main: 50MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Vivo X300, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 29.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo X300 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (69/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo X300 — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 leads on performance (93/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X300 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.