ASUS Zenfone 9 vs Vivo X300s
The ASUS Zenfone 9 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $699 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,640,834); the ASUS Zenfone 9 is noticeably lighter (169g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 9
Vivo X300s
What makes ASUS Zenfone 9 better?
- Lighter: 169g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $723
- Better portability (66/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1640834
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 9 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 30/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 9 — 28/100, 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 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (95/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (94/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (83/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 9 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 9 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1640834 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 / ZenUI | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 169 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $723 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 9
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 9
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 9 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads ASUS Zenfone 9 by 55.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $24. ASUS Zenfone 9 was $24 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (95/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (94/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (83/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 9 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 9 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 9 and the Vivo X300s?
The ASUS Zenfone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 9 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 9 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 9 over the Vivo X300s?
The ASUS Zenfone 9 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.