Huawei Nova 15 vs Vivo X300s
The Huawei Nova 15 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $499 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,033,121); the Huawei Nova 15 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15
Vivo X300s
What makes Huawei Nova 15 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 196g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $723
- Better portability (70/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1033121
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 15 — 46/100, 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 Nova 15 (95/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (94/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (70/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1033121 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×75.5×7.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Huawei Nova 15 by 72.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $224. Huawei Nova 15 was $224 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (95/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (94/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (83/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (70/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 and the Vivo X300s?
The Huawei Nova 15 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 over the Vivo X300s?
The Huawei Nova 15 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.