ASUS Zenfone 8 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The ASUS Zenfone 8 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $599 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 58/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,135,878); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 116); the ASUS Zenfone 8 is noticeably lighter (169g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 8
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes ASUS Zenfone 8 better?
- Lighter: 169g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $899
- Better portability (68/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 8 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 30 points higher (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 29/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 8 — 30/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (81/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (68/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 8 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 116 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ZenUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 148.0×68.5×8.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $899 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 8
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 8 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads ASUS Zenfone 8 by 65.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. ASUS Zenfone 8 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (94/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (96/100 vs 54/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (81/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (68/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 8 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 by 30 points (88/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 8 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 8 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 8 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 54/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 8 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 8 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 8 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.