Motorola Moto G96 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Motorola Moto G96 (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $219 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 55/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 798,429); the Motorola Moto G96 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G96
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Motorola Moto G96 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 178g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $899
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G96 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 33 points higher (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G96 — 66/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (94/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G96 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (73/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G96 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" pOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 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 | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×73.3×7.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- 6.7" pOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G96
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- 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 G96 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Motorola Moto G96 by 76.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $680. Motorola Moto G96 was $680 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (94/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G96 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (96/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (81/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (73/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 by 33 points (88/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G96 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Motorola Moto G96 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G96 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.