Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 65/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 2,289,696); the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is noticeably lighter (193g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 230g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7874
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 26 points higher (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (99/100 vs 83/100). 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 S26 FE (96/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (70/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7874 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 S26 FE and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 46.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (99/100 vs 83/100).
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 S26 FE (96/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (85/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (70/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 26 points (91/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 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.