Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $349 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 20/100 (a 69-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 2350); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 is noticeably lighter (138g vs 217g).
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
Vivo X300s
- Lighter: 138g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $723
- Better portability (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 2350 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 49/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 69 points higher (89/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 0/100, Vivo X300s — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (83/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (84/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7870 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 192269 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 172 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 492 | 9553 | |
| Display | 4.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2350 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 135.4×66.2×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 138 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $723 |
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 4.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 2350 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 94.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $374. Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 was $374 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (83/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (84/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 69 points (89/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.