Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $220 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 3100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $950
- Better portability (82/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 99
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 319
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3100 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)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 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 J5 2016 — 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 J5 2016 (99/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (82/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 99 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 319 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.2" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3100 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 | 145.8×72.3×8.1 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 159 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 3100 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
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $730. Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 was $730 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (99/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (89/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (82/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 by 75 points (91/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 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 J5 2016 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 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.