Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 68/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 2,000,659); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Ultra has the stronger camera (170 vs 118); the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $950
- Better portability (71/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 2000659
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 80/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 23 points higher (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 50/100, 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 S25 FE (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (96/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (85/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (71/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2000659 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 118 | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- 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 S25 FE and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 52.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $351. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE was $351 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (99/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (96/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (85/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (71/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 23 points (91/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power 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.