Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1299 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 84/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 3,463,142).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 10243
- Lighter: 214g vs 217g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 3463142
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $1299
- Better camera (94/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 5 points higher (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 214 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by 6.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $576. Vivo X300s was $576 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (83/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.