Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Vivo X300
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1199 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 81/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 3,037,992).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Vivo X300
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 3037992
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12989 vs 10402
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo X300 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 206g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Vivo X300, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 3 points higher (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 leads (69/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, 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 and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (97/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (69/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Vivo X300 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3037992 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| 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 | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 150.6×71.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 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
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Vivo X300, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads Vivo X300 by 13.1% 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (97/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (69/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges out the Vivo X300 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X300 — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Vivo X300?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X300 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.