Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $720 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 32/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 594,285); the Samsung Galaxy S9 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S9
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S9 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $899
- Better portability (76/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1863
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 43/100)
- 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 S9 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 56 points higher (88/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 43/100). 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 S9 — 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 S9 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (76/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S9 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 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 / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 3000 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 S9 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S9 by 82.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Samsung Galaxy S9 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (76/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 by 56 points (88/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9 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 S9 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9 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.