Samsung Galaxy M17e vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $140 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 43/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 528,398); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M17e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $899
- Better portability (57/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17e vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 45 points higher (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17e — 62/100, 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 M17e (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17e | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 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 M17e and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 84.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $759. Samsung Galaxy M17e was $759 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (94/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 45 points (88/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17e 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.