Redmi Note 9S vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 39/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 48 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 9S doesn't; the Redmi Note 9S is noticeably lighter (210g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9S
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $899
- Better portability (44/100 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 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9S vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 49 points higher (88/100 vs 39/100). 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 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi Note 9S — 38/100, 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 9S (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 9S and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9S | 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 | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 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 | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 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 9S and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi Note 9S by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Redmi Note 9S was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (94/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (84/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (96/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 9S and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 49 points (88/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9S and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi Note 9S has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9S 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.