Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $929 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 32/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 8 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $929 vs $950
- Better portability (56/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 59 points higher (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 8 — 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 Note 8 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (96/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (85/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (56/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 8 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2960x1440 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×74.8×8.6 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $929 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2960x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Note 8 by 89.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Samsung Galaxy Note 8 was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (99/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (96/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (85/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (56/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 by 59 points (91/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 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.