Apple iPhone Air vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 75/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 2,538,751); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 141); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3293
- Lighter: 165g vs 226g
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9800
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 13 points higher (88/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Vivo X300 Pro and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air 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 Air (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (81/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (96/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- 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 Air and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Apple iPhone Air by 23.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Vivo X300 Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air 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 Air (96/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (81/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (96/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone Air — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.