Samsung Galaxy A40 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A40 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $250 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 25/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 16 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 257,901); the Samsung Galaxy A40 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A40
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A40 better?
- Lighter: 140g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $950
- Better portability (84/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 257901
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 330
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 975
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A40 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 66 points higher (91/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A40 — 0/100, 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 A40 (99/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (96/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (84/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A40 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 257901 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.9" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 144.4×69.2×7.9 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 140 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A40
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 25MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 5.9" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 3100 mAh
- No wireless charging
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 A40 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A40 by 93.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy A40 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (99/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (89/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (96/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (85/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (84/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 by 66 points (91/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A40 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A40 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A40 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.