Nokia 8.1 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 27/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 417,439); the Nokia 8.1 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $899
- Better portability (72/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 417439
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1320
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 61 points higher (88/100 vs 27/100). 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 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8.1 — 0/100, 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 8.1 (94/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (96/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (72/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8.1 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 417439 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 431 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1320 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2246x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2246x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
- 3500 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 Nokia 8.1 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Nokia 8.1 by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Nokia 8.1 was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (94/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (96/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (81/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (72/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 61 points (88/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 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.