Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo X300s

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, 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 3,161,830); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 217g).

The Vivo X300s is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
Vivo X300s
Performance 94
Display 94
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 90
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 217g

  • Better portability (72/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 3161830
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2900
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9200
  • 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 (94/100 vs 91/100)
  • 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 S26+ 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 S26+ — 52/100, 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). 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 S26+ (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (72/100 vs 42/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Vivo X300s: The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ Vivo X300s
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3161830 3703823
Geekbench Single 2900 3228
Geekbench Multi 9200 9553
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 16 / One UI 8.5 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 S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Vivo X300s
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Vivo X300s
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Vivo X300s
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100
3161830 AnTuTu
Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
89/100 +14.6%
3703823 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S26+ by 14.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Vivo X300s
$723

Launch price difference: $276. Vivo X300s was $276 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).

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 S26+ (94/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (83/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (72/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo X300s?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 40/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo X300s?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ 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.