Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $840 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 28/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is noticeably lighter (173g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S8+
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S8+ better?
- Lighter: 173g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $899
- Better portability (74/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 60 points higher (88/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8+ — 0/100, 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 Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (74/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8+ | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 173 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
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 S8+ and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $59. Samsung Galaxy S8+ was $59 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (94/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (74/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 60 points (88/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8+ and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8+ over the Vivo X300 Pro?
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.