Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Vivo X300s
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1199 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 84/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 3,434,654).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Vivo X300s
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 10402
- Lighter: 211g vs 217g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 94/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 3434654
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 5 points higher (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (97/100 vs 94/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (83/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 211 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro by 7.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $476. Vivo X300s was $476 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (97/100 vs 94/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (83/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X300s?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Vivo X300s?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.