Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S10+ (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 41/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is noticeably lighter (175g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10+
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10+ better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 230g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 9W
- Cheaper at launch: $950 vs $999
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 50 points higher (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10+ — 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 S10+ (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (85/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (76/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10+ | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10+
- Main: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10+
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10+
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless: 9W
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 S10+ and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 82.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Vivo X300 Ultra was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (99/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (89/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (96/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (85/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (76/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 50 points (91/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S10+ has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10+ 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.