Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1299 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 80/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,326,259); the Vivo X300 Pro is noticeably lighter (226g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3326259
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 10243
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 94/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 226g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1299
- Better camera (96/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 8 points higher (88/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (43/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Vivo X300 Pro by 6.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Vivo X300 Pro was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 94/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (96/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (43/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.