Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $449 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 38/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 230g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Lighter: 183g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $950
- Better portability (60/100 vs 39/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 53 points higher (91/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (96/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (60/100 vs 39/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $950 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 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
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $501. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $501 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (99/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (89/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (96/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (60/100 vs 39/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 53 points (91/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. 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.