Nokia 5.3 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Nokia 5.3 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $199 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 23/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 329,457); the Nokia 5.3 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 5.3
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Nokia 5.3 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $899
- Better portability (62/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 5.3 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 65 points higher (88/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Nokia 5.3 — 8/100, 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 Nokia 5.3 (94/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (96/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (81/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.3 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (62/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 5.3 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×76.6×8.5 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 5.3
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia 5.3
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 5.3
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 Nokia 5.3 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Nokia 5.3 by 90.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Nokia 5.3 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (94/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (96/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (81/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.3 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (62/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 5.3 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 by 65 points (88/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 5.3 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Nokia 5.3 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 5.3 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 5.3 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 5.3 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.