Poco X5 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $245 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 48/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $950
- Better portability (66/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 43 points higher (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (66/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Poco X5 by 86.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $705. Poco X5 was $705 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (99/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (96/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (66/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 43 points (91/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.