Google Pixel XL vs Vivo X300s
The Google Pixel XL (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $769 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 26/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3450); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel XL is noticeably lighter (168g vs 217g).
Google Pixel XL
Vivo X300s
- Lighter: 168g vs 217g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 312361
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 390
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 792
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3450 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $769
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel XL vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 63 points higher (89/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel XL — 0/100, Vivo X300s — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (94/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (83/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (73/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel XL | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 312361 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 390 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 792 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2560 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3450 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×75.7×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 168 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $769 | $723 |
Google Pixel XL
- Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel XL
- 5.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x2560
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel XL
- 3450 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel XL and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Google Pixel XL by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $46. Vivo X300s was $46 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (94/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (83/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (73/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL by 63 points (89/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel XL and the Vivo X300s?
The Google Pixel XL has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel XL over the Vivo X300s?
The Google Pixel XL is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.