Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $720 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 28/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy S8 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S8
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S8 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $950
- Better portability (82/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 63 points higher (91/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8 — 0/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (82/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S8 by 89.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $230. Samsung Galaxy S8 was $230 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (99/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (89/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (82/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 by 63 points (91/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.