Apple iPhone 17e vs Vivo X300
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $599 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 leads — 81/100 vs 59/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3600); 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 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Vivo X300
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 3352
- Lighter: 163g vs 206g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo X300 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3037992 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 9454
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $599
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Vivo X300, the Vivo X300 scores 22 points higher (81/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 leads (69/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (69/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (83/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Vivo X300 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3037992 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 150.6×71.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Vivo X300
- Main: 50MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Vivo X300, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 leads Apple iPhone 17e by 29.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Vivo X300 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (69/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (83/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e by 22 points (81/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo X300 — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X300 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.