Oppo A38 vs Vivo X300s

The Oppo A38 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 36/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 346,495); the Oppo A38 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 217g).

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 by 53 points (89/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A38
Performance 29
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 46
Portability 63
Value for money
Vivo X300s
Performance 94
Display 94
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 90
What makes Oppo A38 better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 217g

  • Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (94/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo A38 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 53 points higher (89/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (63/100 vs 42/100).

Oppo A38: The Oppo A38 is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo A38 Vivo X300s
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 346495 3703823
Geekbench Single 420 3228
Geekbench Multi 1364 9553
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 2800x1260
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 33W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 Android 16 / OriginOS 6
Brightness (peak) 720 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 190 g 217 g
Launch price $723
Camera comparison
Oppo A38
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Vivo X300s
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera
Display comparison
Oppo A38
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Vivo X300s
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Oppo A38
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Vivo X300s
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Oppo A38 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Oppo A38 MediaTek Helio G85
36/100
346495 AnTuTu
Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
89/100 +90.6%
3703823 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Oppo A38 by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A38
Price unknown
Vivo X300s
$723
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (83/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (63/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A38 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 by 53 points (89/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Oppo A38 and the Vivo X300s?

The Oppo A38 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Oppo A38 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Oppo A38 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Oppo A38 over the Vivo X300s?

The Oppo A38 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.