Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8890, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $790 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 28/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 413,736); the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is noticeably lighter (157g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge better?
- Lighter: 157g vs 217g
- Better portability (87/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 413736
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 413
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1102
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $790
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 17/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 61 points higher (89/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 17/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (83/100 vs 17/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (87/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8890 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 413736 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 413 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1102 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.9×72.6×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 157 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $790 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
- 5.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
- 3600 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge by 88.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $67. Vivo X300s was $67 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (83/100 vs 17/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (87/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge by 61 points (89/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge over the 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.