Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1000 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 37/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 594,285); the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 9 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 217g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1863
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $1000
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 52 points higher (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 9 — 0/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (94/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (83/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 9 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2960x1440 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×76.4×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $1000 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2960x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $277. Vivo X300s was $277 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (95/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (94/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (83/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 52 points (89/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.