Poco C65 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $99 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 33/100 (a 55-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 Poco C65 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $899
- Better portability (63/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1031
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 55 points higher (88/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 25/100). 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 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 56/100, 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 Poco C65 (94/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 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 | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 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 Poco C65 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Poco C65 by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Poco C65 was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 55 points (88/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 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.