Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1299 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 84/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 3,326,259); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 157).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 3326259
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 10243
- Lighter: 214g vs 226g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 94/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1299
- Better camera (96/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 4 points higher (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (96/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (81/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo X300 Pro by 4.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Vivo X300 Pro was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (96/100 vs 94/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (81/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.