Samsung Galaxy A51 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy A51 (2020) runs on the Exynos 9611, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $399 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 355,351); the Samsung Galaxy A51 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A51
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy A51 better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $723
- Better portability (77/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 355351
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 365
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1107
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A51 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A51 — 0/100, 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 A51 (95/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (94/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (83/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A51 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (77/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A51 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 9611 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 355351 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 365 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1107 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×73.6×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 172 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A51
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A51
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A51
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A51 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy A51 by 90.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $324. Samsung Galaxy A51 was $324 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (95/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (94/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (83/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A51 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (77/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A51 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A51 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A51 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A51 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A51 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A51 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.