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 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 217g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 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 (95/100 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)
Comparison verdict
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 (95/100 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 — 46/100, 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 (95/100 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10243 | |
| 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 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 55.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $76. Vivo X300s was $76 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (95/100 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).
Frequently asked questions
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 (95/100 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.