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; estimated prices are $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 583,956); the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 217g).

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 52 points (89/100 vs 37/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Performance 44
Display 65
Camera 15
Battery 29
Portability 50
Value for money 0
Vivo X300s
Performance 94
Display 94
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 90
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 583956
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 769
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2000
  • 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: $723 vs $1000

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better camera (94/100 vs 15/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (90/100 vs 0/100)
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 (94/100 vs 44/100). 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). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300s leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (94/100 vs 44/100). 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). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (90/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Note 9: The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Vivo X300s
Processor Samsung Exynos 9810 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 583956 3703823
Geekbench Single 769 3228
Geekbench Multi 2000 9553
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
Price $1000 $723
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
  • Main: 12MP f/1.5
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
15
camera
Vivo X300s
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
  • 6.4" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2960x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
65
display
Vivo X300s
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 10W
29
battery
Vivo X300s
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Samsung Exynos 9810
37/100
583956 AnTuTu
Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
89/100 +84.2%
3703823 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 84.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
$1000
Vivo X300s
$723

Price difference: $277. Vivo X300s is cheaper by $277.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (94/100 vs 44/100).

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).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (90/100 vs 0/100).

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 (94/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 over the Vivo X300s?

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.