Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $166 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 48/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 603,772); the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 5G better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $166 vs $950
- Better portability (68/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 603772
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 43 points higher (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 66/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (68/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 603772 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $166 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 85.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $784. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G was $784 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (99/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (96/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (68/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 43 points (91/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 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.