Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 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 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 2,763,072); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 217g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 2763072
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9700
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $999
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 19 points higher (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 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 is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (72/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2763072 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 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 S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S25+ by 25.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $276. Vivo X300s was $276 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (94/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (83/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (72/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power 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.