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 — 88/100 vs 52/100 (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 (3,326,259 vs 1,413,275); 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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $899
- Better portability (91/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 36 points higher (88/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 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 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100, 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 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 37/100). 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 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (91/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 10243 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 750x1334 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 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 | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
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 SE 2022 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 57.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
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 (94/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 37/100).
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 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (91/100 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 (88/100 vs 52/100).
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 52/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
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 (94/100 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.