ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs Vivo X300s
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 61/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,227,639); the Vivo X300s is noticeably lighter (217g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
Vivo X300s
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1227639
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 217g vs 238g
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 28 points higher (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 — 36/100, 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 Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (42/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1227639 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 238 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $723 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 66.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $76. Vivo X300s was $76 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (95/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (94/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (83/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (42/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 28 points (89/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Vivo X300s?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 over the Vivo X300s?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.