Realme 8i vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Realme 8i (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 43/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 493,222); the Vivo X300 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8i doesn't; the Realme 8i is noticeably lighter (194g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 8i
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Realme 8i better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 230g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 8i vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 48 points higher (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 8i (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8i notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (57/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 8i | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | $950 |
Camera comparison
Realme 8i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 8i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 8i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 8i and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Realme 8i by 88.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 8i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 8i (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (96/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 8i notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (57/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 8i or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 8i by 48 points (91/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 8i and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Realme 8i has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 8i or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 8i or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme 8i 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.