Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 13/100 (a 75-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is noticeably lighter (143g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime better?
- Lighter: 143g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $899
- Better portability (82/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 75 points higher (88/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime — 0/100, 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 J5 Prime (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (82/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7570 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 122 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 405 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 142.8×69.5×8.1 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 143 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (94/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (82/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 75 points (88/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime 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.