Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 66/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,660,456); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 217g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo X300s
- Lighter: 168g vs 217g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1660456
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $799
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 23 points higher (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 44/100, Vivo X300s — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (83/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (83/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 168 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $723 |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 55.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $76. Vivo X300s was $76 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (94/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (94/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (83/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (83/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 by 23 points (89/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 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.