ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (2025) 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 $899 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 68/100 (a 23-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 2,486,941).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE better?
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 225g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $950
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 2486941
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (39/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 23 points higher (91/100 vs 68/100). 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 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE — 48/100, 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 9 FE (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 9 FE (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (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 9 FE | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2486941 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 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 | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / 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 | $899 | $950 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 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 9 FE and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE by 41.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (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 9 FE (96/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (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 9 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE by 23 points (91/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE 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.