Nokia 3 vs Vivo X300s
The Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $159 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 14/100 (a 75-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 2630); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 73,398); the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 3
Vivo X300s
What makes Nokia 3 better?
- Lighter: 140g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $159 vs $723
- Better portability (78/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 73398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 141
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 594
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 2630 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 3 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 75 points higher (89/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 3 — 0/100, 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 Nokia 3 (95/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (83/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (78/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 3 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek MT6737 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 73398 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 141 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 594 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2630 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.0 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 140 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $159 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 3
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia 3
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 3
- 2630 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 3 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Nokia 3 by 98.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $564. Nokia 3 was $564 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (95/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (94/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (83/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (78/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 75 points (89/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 3 and the Vivo X300s?
The Nokia 3 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 3 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.