Motorola Moto G42 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Motorola Moto G42 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 44/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 424,216); the Motorola Moto G42 is noticeably lighter (175g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G42
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Motorola Moto G42 better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 226g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G42 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 44 points higher (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (94/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (96/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G42 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (74/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G42 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×73.5×8.0 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G42
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 Motorola Moto G42 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Motorola Moto G42 by 87.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Moto G42
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (94/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (96/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G42 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (74/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G42 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 by 44 points (88/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G42 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Motorola Moto G42 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G42 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G42 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G42 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
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.