Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 16/100 (a 75-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 is noticeably lighter (149g vs 230g).
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Lighter: 149g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $950
- Better portability (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 75 points higher (91/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 — 0/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (99/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (81/100 vs 39/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7570 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 122 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 405 | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 143.2×70.3×8.2 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $950 |
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Launch price difference: $750. Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 was $750 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (99/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (89/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (81/100 vs 39/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 by 75 points (91/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 is a better fit for everyday use. 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.