Huawei Mate 30 vs Vivo X300s
The Huawei Mate 30 (2019) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 990, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $800 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 40 MP vs 200 MP; the Huawei Mate 30 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate 30
Vivo X300s
What makes Huawei Mate 30 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 217g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 780
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3200
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 40MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 27W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $800
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate 30 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Huawei Mate 30 — 4/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (95/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (83/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 30 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (57/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate 30 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 990 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 780 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3200 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 27W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 40 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.8×76.1×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $800 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate 30
- Main: 40MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 24MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate 30
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate 30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 27W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $77. Vivo X300s was $77 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (95/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (94/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (83/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 30 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (57/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate 30 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate 30 and the Vivo X300s?
The Huawei Mate 30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate 30 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate 30 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate 30 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.