Poco F5 vs Vivo X300s
The Poco F5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $330 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,260,756); the Poco F5 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F5
Vivo X300s
What makes Poco F5 better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $723
- Better portability (71/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1260756
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1654
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4217
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F5 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Poco F5 — 56/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s notably outperforms the Poco F5 (95/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco F5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco F5 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco F5 (83/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (71/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F5 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1260756 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1654 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4217 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×74.9×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 181 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Poco F5
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco F5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F5 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Poco F5 by 66.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $393. Poco F5 was $393 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco F5 (95/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco F5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco F5 (94/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco F5 (83/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (71/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco F5 by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F5 and the Vivo X300s?
The Poco F5 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco F5 over the Vivo X300s?
The Poco F5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.