Poco M3 Pro 5G vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 41/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 515,647); the Poco M3 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $899
- Better portability (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 47 points higher (88/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco M3 Pro 5G — 42/100, 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 M3 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M3 Pro 5G | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 48 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 | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.3×8.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 M3 Pro 5G and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 84.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Poco M3 Pro 5G was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (81/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 47 points (88/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G 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.