Samsung Galaxy A52 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $400 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 46/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A52
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $899
- Better portability (61/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A52 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 42 points higher (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A52 — 20/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (61/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A52 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A52 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Samsung Galaxy A52 was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (94/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (84/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (96/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (81/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (61/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A52 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A52 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
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.