Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Vivo X300 Pro

The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $429 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 51/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 1,418,085); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 100); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 226g).

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 36 points (87/100 vs 51/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Performance 75
Display 32
Camera 42
Battery 15
Portability 100
Value for money 36
Vivo X300 Pro
Performance 93
Display 84
Camera 96
Battery 81
Portability 43
Value for money 86
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
  • Lighter: 144g vs 226g
  • Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $899

  • Better portability (100/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 1418085
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2303
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 5725
  • Bigger battery: 6510 vs 2018 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 75/100)
  • Better camera (96/100 vs 42/100)
  • Longer battery life (81/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 36 points higher (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 36/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (100/100 vs 43/100).

Apple iPhone SE 2022: The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users.
Vivo X300 Pro: 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.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone SE 2022 Vivo X300 Pro
Processor Apple A15 Bionic Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1418085 3269794
Geekbench Single 2303 3228
Geekbench Multi 5725 9553
Display 4.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 2018 mAh 6510 mAh
Charging 90W
Wireless charging 40W
DXOMark (camera) 100 171
Main camera 12 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 7 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm
Weight 144 g 226 g
Launch price $429 $899
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 7MP
42
camera
Vivo X300 Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
96
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
  • 4.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE 2022
  • 2018 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6510 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
81
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone SE 2022 Apple A15 Bionic
51/100
1418085 AnTuTu
Vivo X300 Pro Dimensity 9500
87/100 +56.6%
3269794 AnTuTu

Vivo X300 Pro leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 56.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone SE 2022
$429
Vivo X300 Pro
$899

Launch price difference: $470. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $470 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (93/100 vs 75/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (96/100 vs 42/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (81/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (100/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 36 points (87/100 vs 51/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 42/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 75/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active 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.