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 3,161,126); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo X300s
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 3161126
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 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 (95/100 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+ — 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (95/100 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 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 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/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 S26+
- 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 S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S26+ by 14.7% 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (95/100 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.