Realme Narzo 90 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Realme Narzo 90 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $179 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 53/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 581,041); the Realme Narzo 90 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 90
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Realme Narzo 90 better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $950
- Better portability (72/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 90 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 38 points higher (91/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme Narzo 90 — 72/100, 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 Narzo 90 (99/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (85/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (72/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 90 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 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 | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.2×7.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 90
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 90
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- 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 Narzo 90 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Realme Narzo 90 by 86.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $771. Realme Narzo 90 was $771 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (99/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (96/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (85/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (72/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 90 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 by 38 points (91/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 90 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Realme Narzo 90 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 90 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 90 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 90 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.