Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $699 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 51/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 725,133); the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is noticeably lighter (177g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 FE better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $899
- Better portability (74/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 725133
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 37 points higher (88/100 vs 51/100). 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 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S21 FE — 16/100, 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 S21 FE (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (96/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (74/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 725133 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.7×74.5×7.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
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 S21 FE and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by 78.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S21 FE was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (94/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (96/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (81/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (74/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by 37 points (88/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 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.