Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $429 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 52/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,413,275); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Ultra has the stronger camera (170 vs 100); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $950
- Better portability (91/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 39 points higher (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (85/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (91/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 11047 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 750x1334 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 66.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $521. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $521 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (89/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (96/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (85/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (91/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 39 points (91/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.