Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 38/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 226g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 183g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $899
- Better portability (60/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 49 points higher (87/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (96/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (81/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (60/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $899 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 81.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $450. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $450 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (93/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (84/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (96/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (81/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (60/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 49 points (87/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. 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.