Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $89 and $834. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 33/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 346,495); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A05 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy A05
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 195g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $89 vs $834
- Better portability (53/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 54 points higher (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $89 | $834 |
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $745. Samsung Galaxy A05 is cheaper by $745.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (93/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (81/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 54 points (87/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 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.