Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 47/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 907,140); the Samsung Galaxy S20 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 226g
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 907140
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 41 points higher (88/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20 — 4/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (96/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S20 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 907140 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S20 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S20 by 72.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Vivo X300 Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (94/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (96/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (81/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (96/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 by 41 points (88/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.