Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $459 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 18/100 (a 73-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 16 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $459 vs $950
- Better portability (68/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 16/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 73 points higher (91/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 16/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 — 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 A7 2017 (99/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (96/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (85/100 vs 16/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (68/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7880 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 175 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 760 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.8×77.6×7.9 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $459 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- Main: 16MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 5.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1920x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $491. Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 was $491 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (99/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (96/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (85/100 vs 16/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (68/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 by 73 points (91/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 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.