Google Pixel XL vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Google Pixel XL (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $769 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 26/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3450); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel XL is noticeably lighter (168g vs 230g).
Google Pixel XL
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Lighter: 168g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $769 vs $950
- Better portability (73/100 vs 39/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 312361
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 390
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 792
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3450 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel XL vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 65 points higher (91/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel XL — 0/100, 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 XL (99/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (73/100 vs 39/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel XL | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 312361 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 390 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 792 | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2560 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3450 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×75.7×8.5 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $769 | $950 |
Google Pixel XL
- Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel XL
- 5.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x2560
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel XL
- 3450 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 XL and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Google Pixel XL by 92.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $181. Google Pixel XL was $181 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (99/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (85/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (73/100 vs 39/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL by 65 points (91/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel XL and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Google Pixel XL has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel XL over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Google Pixel XL 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.