Poco M5 vs Vivo X300s
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $170 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 41/100 (a 48-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 554,590); the Poco M5 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Vivo X300s
What makes Poco M5 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $723
- Better portability (49/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2047
- 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 (95/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 48 points higher (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 43/100). 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 M5 — 50/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 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 | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Poco M5 by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $553. Poco M5 was $553 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (95/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (94/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (83/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 48 points (89/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Vivo X300s?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 over the 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.