Redmi Note 9 Pro Max vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 46/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 517,460); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max doesn't; the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (209g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro Max better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 226g
- Better portability (45/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 42 points higher (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro Max | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10.0; MIUI 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.5×76.7×8.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 9 Pro Max and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi Note 9 Pro Max by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (94/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (84/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (96/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max 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.