Samsung Galaxy A72 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $450 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 46/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A72
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy A72 better?
- Lighter: 203g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $723
- Better portability (52/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A72 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A72 — 16/100, 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 A72 (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (94/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A72 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 92 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 203 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A72 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy A72 by 86.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $273. Samsung Galaxy A72 was $273 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (94/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 by 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A72 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.