Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 51/100 (a 38-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 725,133); the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is noticeably lighter (177g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 FE better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $723
- Better portability (74/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 725133
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- 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 (95/100 vs 58/100)
- 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 S21 FE vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 38 points higher (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 58/100). 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 S21 FE — 16/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (95/100 vs 58/100). 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 S21 FE (94/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (74/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 725133 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 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 12 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 155.7×74.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 177 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $24. Samsung Galaxy S21 FE was $24 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (95/100 vs 58/100).
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 S21 FE (94/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (83/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (74/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE over the 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.