ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 71/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 2,464,181).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 225g vs 230g
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 2464181
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $950 vs $1199
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (39/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 20 points higher (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 52/100, 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 ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (96/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2464181 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2250 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $950 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
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 ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro by 42.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Vivo X300 Ultra was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (99/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (96/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro by 20 points (91/100 vs 71/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power 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.