Google Pixel XL vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Google Pixel XL (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $769 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 26/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3450); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,258,010 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel XL is noticeably lighter (168g vs 226g).
Google Pixel XL
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 168g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $769 vs $899
- Better portability (73/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3258010 vs 312361
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 390
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 792
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3450 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel XL vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 61 points higher (87/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel XL — 0/100, 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 XL (93/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (73/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel XL | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 312361 | 3258010 | |
| Geekbench Single | 390 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 792 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2560 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3450 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×75.7×8.5 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $769 | $899 |
Google Pixel XL
- Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel XL
- 5.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x2560
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel XL
- 3450 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 XL and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Google Pixel XL by 90.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $130. Google Pixel XL was $130 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (93/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (81/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (73/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL by 61 points (87/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel XL and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Google Pixel XL has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel XL over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Google Pixel XL 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.