Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $619 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,181,469); the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (202g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Huawei Nova 15 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 202g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $619 vs $899
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1181469
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1421
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4323
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 15 Pro — 44/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (69/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 Pro | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1181469 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1320 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×78.0×6.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $619 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 Pro and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Huawei Nova 15 Pro by 64.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. Huawei Nova 15 Pro was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (96/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (69/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 Pro over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a better fit for active users. 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.