Redmi Note 5 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 25/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 5
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $950
- Better portability (80/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 66 points higher (91/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 21/100). 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 32/100). Value score: Redmi Note 5 — 10/100, 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 5 (99/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (96/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (80/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 5 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 282713 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 294 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1083 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 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
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 5 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Redmi Note 5 by 93.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $750. Redmi Note 5 was $750 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (99/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (96/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (85/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (80/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 66 points (91/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 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 5 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 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.