Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $166 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 603,772); the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 5G better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $166 vs $723
- Better portability (68/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 603772
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 66/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (68/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 603772 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Weight | 192 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $166 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $557. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G was $557 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (95/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (94/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (68/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.