Poco X5 vs Vivo X300s
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Vivo X300s
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $723
- Better portability (66/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, 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 X5 (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 189 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Poco X5 by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $478. Poco X5 was $478 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (95/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (83/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Vivo X300s?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 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.