Poco M5s vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $210 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 46/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 535,127); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $899
- Better portability (68/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 42 points higher (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M5s — 50/100, 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 M5s (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M5s (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (68/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 M5s and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Poco M5s by 83.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $689. Poco M5s was $689 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (94/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M5s (84/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (96/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (68/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s 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.