ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $399 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 21/100 (a 70-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 215,323); the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL is noticeably lighter (165g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $950
- Better portability (83/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 215323
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 181
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 960
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 15/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 70 points higher (91/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 15/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 12/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (99/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (83/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 215323 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 181 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 960 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1.1 Nougat | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 155.4×75.2×7.7 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $950 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
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 Zenfone 4 ZE554KL and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $551. ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL was $551 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (99/100 vs 15/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (89/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (96/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (85/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (83/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL by 70 points (91/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 15/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
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.