Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 66/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,656,761); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Ultra has the stronger camera (170 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $950
- Better portability (83/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 25 points higher (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (96/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (85/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (83/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 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 S23 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 61.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $151. Samsung Galaxy S23 was $151 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (96/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (85/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (83/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 by 25 points (91/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 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.