Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, 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 57/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,017,773); the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is noticeably lighter (200g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21+ better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 230g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1017773
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1435
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3555
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $950 vs $999
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 34 points higher (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S21+ — 24/100, 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+ (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (60/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21+ | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1017773 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 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 | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 4800 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+ and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S21+ by 76.0% 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 S21+ (99/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (96/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (60/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ by 34 points (91/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21+ over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a better fit for active users. 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.