Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $320 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 21/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $899
- Better portability (70/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 17/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 67 points higher (88/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 17/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 — 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 J7 2017 (94/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (96/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (81/100 vs 17/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7870 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 192269 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 172 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 492 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 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 | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.5×74.8×8.0 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $320 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
- 5.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
- 3600 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
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 by 94.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $579. Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 was $579 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (94/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (96/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (81/100 vs 17/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 by 67 points (88/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 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.