Redmi Note 3 Pro vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $170 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 18/100 (a 73-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 16 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 3 Pro doesn't; the Redmi Note 3 Pro is noticeably lighter (164g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 3 Pro
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 3 Pro better?
- Lighter: 164g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $950
- Better portability (73/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 800
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4050 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 3/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 3 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 73 points higher (91/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Redmi Note 3 Pro — 4/100, 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 Redmi Note 3 Pro (99/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (96/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (85/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (73/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 3 Pro | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 270 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 800 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4050 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 164 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 4050 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $780. Redmi Note 3 Pro was $780 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (99/100 vs 3/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (96/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (85/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (73/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 73 points (91/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 3 Pro and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 3 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 3/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 3 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.