Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $720 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 32/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 594,285); the Samsung Galaxy S9 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S9
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy S9 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $723
- Better portability (76/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1863
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S9 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 57 points higher (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S9 — 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 S9 (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (83/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (76/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S9 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 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 | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S9 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy S9 by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $3. Samsung Galaxy S9 was $3 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (95/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (83/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (76/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 by 57 points (89/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9 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.