Poco C61 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Poco C61 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. 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 5000); the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 193,858); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C61 doesn't; the Poco C61 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C61
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Poco C61 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 226g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C61 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 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (94/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C61 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C61 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | — | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, MIUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Camera comparison
Poco C61
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco C61
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C61
- 5000 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 Poco C61 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Poco C61 by 94.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco C61
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (94/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (84/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C61 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C61 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C61 by 61 points (88/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C61 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Poco C61 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco C61 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Poco C61 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.