Poco C65 vs Vivo X300s

The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $99 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 33/100 (a 56-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 Poco C65 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 217g).

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 56 points (89/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Performance 25
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 63
Value for money 50
Vivo X300s
Performance 94
Display 94
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 90
What makes Poco C65 better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 217g
  • Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $723

  • Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 375
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1031
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better camera (94/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 56 points higher (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 50/100, Vivo X300s — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (63/100 vs 42/100).

Poco C65: The Poco C65 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 Poco C65 Vivo X300s
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 346495 3703823
Geekbench Single 375 3228
Geekbench Multi 1031 9553
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1600x720 2800x1260
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 / HyperOS Android 16 / OriginOS 6
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC yes
Dimensions 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm
Weight 192 g 217 g
Launch price $99 $723
Camera comparison
Poco C65
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Vivo X300s
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera
Display comparison
Poco C65
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Vivo X300s
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Poco C65
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo X300s
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco C65 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco C65 MediaTek Helio G85
33/100
346495 AnTuTu
Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
89/100 +90.6%
3703823 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Poco C65 by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco C65
$99
Vivo X300s
$723

Launch price difference: $624. Poco C65 was $624 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 25/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (83/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (63/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 56 points (89/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Vivo X300s?

The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Vivo X300s?

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

Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Vivo X300s?

The Poco C65 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.