Lava Shark 2 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Lava Shark 2 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. 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 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Shark 2 doesn't; the Lava Shark 2 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Shark 2
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Lava Shark 2 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 230g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Shark 2 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 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Shark 2 is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Shark 2 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.8×8.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | $950 |
Camera comparison
Lava Shark 2
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Shark 2
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Shark 2
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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
Lava Shark 2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (85/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Shark 2 is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Shark 2 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 by 55 points (91/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Shark 2 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Lava Shark 2 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Shark 2 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Shark 2 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Lava Shark 2 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.