Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $250 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 62/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 919,158); the Realme 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (197g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Realme 16 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $950
- Better display (93/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 919158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 29 points higher (91/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro — 74/100, 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 Realme 16 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo X300 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (96/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (62/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 919158 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- 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 Realme 16 Pro and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Realme 16 Pro by 78.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Realme 16 Pro was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo X300 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (96/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (85/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (62/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro by 29 points (91/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro 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.