Redmi Note 8 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $180 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 30/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 329,457); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 8 doesn't; the Redmi Note 8 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 8
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $899
- Better portability (60/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 8 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 58 points higher (88/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Redmi Note 8 — 26/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (94/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (81/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (60/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 8 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 8
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 8 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi Note 8 by 90.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $719. Redmi Note 8 was $719 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (94/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (96/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (81/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (60/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 58 points (88/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 8 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.