Oppo A38 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Oppo A38 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 36/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 348,562); the Oppo A38 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A38
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Oppo A38 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 226g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A38 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 52 points higher (88/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A38 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 720 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A38
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Oppo A38
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A38
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Oppo A38 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Oppo A38 by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A38
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (84/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A38 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 by 52 points (88/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A38 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Oppo A38 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A38 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A38 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A38 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.