Samsung Galaxy A53 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A53 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1280, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $450 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 47/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 615,425); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 79); the Samsung Galaxy A53 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A53
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy A53 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $899
- Better portability (64/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2082
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A53 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 41 points higher (88/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A53 — 18/100, 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 A53 (94/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A53 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (96/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (64/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A53 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1280 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 79 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×74.8×8.1 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A53
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 A53 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A53 by 81.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Samsung Galaxy A53 was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (94/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A53 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (96/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (81/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (64/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 by 41 points (88/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A53 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A53 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A53 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.