Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 51/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 725,133); the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is noticeably lighter (177g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 FE better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $950
- Better portability (74/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 725133
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 40 points higher (91/100 vs 51/100). 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 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S21 FE — 16/100, 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 S21 FE (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (96/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (85/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (74/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 725133 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 155.7×74.5×7.9 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
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 S21 FE and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by 82.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $251. Samsung Galaxy S21 FE was $251 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (99/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (96/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (85/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (74/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by 40 points (91/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 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.