Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, 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 47/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 907,140); the Samsung Galaxy S20 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 230g
- Better portability (96/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 907140
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $950 vs $999
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 44 points higher (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20 — 4/100, 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 S20 (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S20 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (96/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S20 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 907140 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
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 S20 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S20 by 78.6% 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 S20 (99/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S20 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (96/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (85/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (96/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 by 44 points (91/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 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.