Samsung Galaxy S21 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S21 (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 55/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,081,778); the Samsung Galaxy S21 is noticeably lighter (169g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 better?
- Lighter: 169g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $899
- Better portability (79/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1081778
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1435
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3555
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 33 points higher (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S21 — 24/100, 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 (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (79/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1081778 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 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 | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, One UI 3.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.6×7.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 4000 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 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S21 by 67.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S21 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (94/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (96/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (81/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (79/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 by 33 points (88/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a better fit for active users. 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.