Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy A55 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,021,736).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A55
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy A55 better?
- Lighter: 213g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $723
- Better portability (49/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1021736
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3200
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A55 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A55 — 34/100, 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 A55 (95/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A55 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1021736 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3200 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×77.4×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A55
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A55
- 6.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A55 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy A55 by 72.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $274. Samsung Galaxy A55 was $274 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (95/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (94/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (83/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A55 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A55 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A55 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.