Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1199 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 87/100 vs 49/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,681,378); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Ultra has the stronger camera (170 vs 140).
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Overall rating 49/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1681378
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 230g vs 234g
- Cheaper: $950 vs $1199
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (12/100 vs 7/100)
- Better value for money (44/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 38 points higher (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (44/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (12/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (44/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1681378 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 170 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 230 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $950 |
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 60.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $249. Vivo X300 Ultra is cheaper by $249.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (96/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (77/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (12/100 vs 7/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (44/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 38 points (87/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.