Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $270 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 41/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 517,460); the Redmi Note 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (209g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9 Pro
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $950
- Better portability (45/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5020 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 50 points higher (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 41/100). 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 53/100). Value score: Redmi Note 9 Pro — 28/100, 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 9 Pro (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- 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 Redmi Note 9 Pro and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Redmi Note 9 Pro by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $680. Redmi Note 9 Pro was $680 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (96/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro by 50 points (91/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 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.