Samsung Galaxy S20 FE vs Vivo X300s

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $699 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 50/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 872,405); the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 217g).

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE by 39 points (89/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
Performance 57
Display 80
Camera 26
Battery 42
Portability 60
Value for money 12
Vivo X300s
Performance 94
Display 94
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 90
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20 FE better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 217g
  • Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $723

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 872405
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1222
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3060
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better camera (94/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 39 points higher (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20 FE — 12/100, Vivo X300s — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (94/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (60/100 vs 42/100).

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE: The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 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 S20 FE Vivo X300s
Processor Samsung Exynos 990 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 872405 3703823
Geekbench Single 1222 3228
Geekbench Multi 3060 9553
Display 6.5" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2800x1260
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 25W 90W
Wireless charging 15W 40W
Main camera 12 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 10 Android 16 / OriginOS 6
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.8×74.5×8.4 mm
Weight 190 g 217 g
Launch price $699 $723
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
26
camera
Vivo X300s
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Vivo X300s
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
42
battery
Vivo X300s
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Samsung Exynos 990
50/100
872405 AnTuTu
Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
89/100 +76.4%
3703823 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S20 FE by 76.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
$699
Vivo X300s
$723

Launch price difference: $24. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE was $24 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (94/100 vs 57/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (94/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (83/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (60/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE by 39 points (89/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and the Vivo X300s?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 26/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 57/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE over the Vivo X300s?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 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.