Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Vivo X300
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1299 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 leads — 81/100 vs 80/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 3,037,992); the Vivo X300 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Vivo X300
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 3037992
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12989 vs 10402
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 93/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo X300 better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 206g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1299
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300, the Vivo X300 scores 1 points higher (81/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 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 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Vivo X300 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3037992 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 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 27 | 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 | 249 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X300
- Main: 50MP 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
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Vivo X300, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Vivo X300 by 13.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Vivo X300 was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 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 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 1 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?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo X300 — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 18 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.