Samsung Galaxy F36 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy F36 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 51/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy F36 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy F36
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy F36 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $899
- Better portability (64/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F36 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 37 points higher (88/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy F36 — 52/100, 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 F36 (94/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F36 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (64/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F36 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy F36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy F36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy F36
- 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 F36 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy F36 by 76.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $654. Samsung Galaxy F36 was $654 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (94/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (96/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (81/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F36 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (64/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 by 37 points (88/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F36 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy F36 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F36 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.