Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $349 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 2350); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,258,010 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 is noticeably lighter (138g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 138g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $899
- Better portability (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3258010 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 2350 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 49/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 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 11/100). 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 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 0/100, 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 A3 2017 (93/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (84/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7870 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 192269 | 3258010 | |
| Geekbench Single | 172 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 492 | 9553 | |
| Display | 4.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2350 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 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 | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 135.4×66.2×7.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 138 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $899 |
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 4.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 2350 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 94.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $550. Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 was $550 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (93/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (84/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (84/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 67 points (87/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 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 A3 2017 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 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.