Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 70/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,684,869); the Vivo X300s is noticeably lighter (217g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better?
- Overall rating 70/100
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1684869
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 217g vs 234g
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $1199
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 19 points higher (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 50/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (94/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1684869 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 234 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 54.5% 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (95/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (94/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (83/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 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.