Samsung Galaxy A02 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A02 (2021) runs on the MediaTek MT6739W, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $110 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 20/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A02 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A02 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy A02
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 206g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $899
- Overall rating 20/100
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 105
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 389
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A02 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 67 points higher (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A02 — 24/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A02 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek MT6739W | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 105 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 389 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.9×9.1 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $110 | $899 |
Samsung Galaxy A02
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A02
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A02
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Launch price difference: $789. Samsung Galaxy A02 was $789 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (93/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (81/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A02 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 by 67 points (87/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A02 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A02 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A02 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A02 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A02 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A02 is a better fit for everyday use. 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.