Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1199 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 61/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,074,182).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra better?
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1074182
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1435
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3555
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 217g vs 228g
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $1199
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 28 points higher (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra — 32/100, 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 Ultra (95/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1074182 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 117 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 40 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×75.6×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 228 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra by 71.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $476. Vivo X300s was $476 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (95/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (94/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra by 28 points (89/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.