OnePlus 9 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The OnePlus 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $729 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 60/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,157,244); the OnePlus 9 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes OnePlus 9 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $729 vs $899
- Better portability (56/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1157244
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 28 points higher (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 — 34/100, 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 OnePlus 9 (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the OnePlus 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (96/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1157244 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×74.2×8.7 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $899 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
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 OnePlus 9 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads OnePlus 9 by 65.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. OnePlus 9 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (94/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the OnePlus 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (96/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (81/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The OnePlus 9 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The OnePlus 9 is a better fit for active users. 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.