Poco X5 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 48/100 (a 40-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 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $899
- Better portability (66/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 40 points higher (88/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, 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 X5 (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (66/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 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 X5 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Poco X5 by 82.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $654. Poco X5 was $654 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (96/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (66/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 40 points (88/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 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.