HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs Vivo X300 Pro
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T615, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $189 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 36/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is noticeably lighter (198g vs 226g).
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 198g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $189 vs $899
- Better portability (57/100 vs 43/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 380
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1300
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 51 points higher (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). Value score: HMD Pulse 2 Pro — 38/100, 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 HMD Pulse 2 Pro (93/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | HMD Pulse 2 Pro | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T615 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3258010 | |
| Geekbench Single | 380 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1300 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $189 | $899 |
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Launch price difference: $710. HMD Pulse 2 Pro was $710 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (93/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (84/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (96/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro by 51 points (87/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse 2 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse 2 Pro over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro 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.