Realme 9i vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Realme 9i (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, 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 38/100 (a 53-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 424,216); the Vivo X300 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 9i doesn't; the Realme 9i is noticeably lighter (190g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 9i
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Realme 9i better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 230g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 9i vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 53 points higher (91/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 31/100). 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 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 9i (99/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 9i (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 9i (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 9i (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 9i notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (60/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 9i | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 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) | 480 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.7×8.4 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | $950 |
Camera comparison
Realme 9i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 9i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 9i
- 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 Realme 9i and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Realme 9i by 90.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 9i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 9i (99/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 9i (89/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 9i (96/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 9i (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 9i notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (60/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 9i or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 9i by 53 points (91/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 9i and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Realme 9i has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 9i or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 9i or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Realme 9i 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.