ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL vs Vivo X300 Pro
The ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 20/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 180,934); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL doesn't; the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL is noticeably lighter (150g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL better?
- Lighter: 150g vs 226g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 68 points higher (88/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL (81/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (76/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 Oreo | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.3×70.9×8.7 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
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 Max (M1) ZB555KL and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL by 94.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL (94/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL (84/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL (96/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL (81/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (76/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL by 68 points (88/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL over the Vivo X300 Pro?
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.