HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T615, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $189 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 36/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is noticeably lighter (198g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes HMD Pulse 2 Pro better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $189 vs $950
- Better portability (57/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 380
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1300
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 55 points higher (91/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 43/100). Value score: HMD Pulse 2 Pro — 36/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (99/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (57/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Pulse 2 Pro | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T615 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 380 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1300 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $189 | $950 |
Camera comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $761. HMD Pulse 2 Pro was $761 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (99/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (89/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (96/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (57/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro by 55 points (91/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse 2 Pro and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse 2 Pro over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
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.