Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (2021) runs on the Exynos 850, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 21/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 217g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 68 points higher (89/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (95/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (94/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (94/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (83/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (64/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.3" PLS IPS | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1480 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, One UI 2.0 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.1×71.6×9.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 172 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- 5.3" PLS IPS
- Resolution: 720x1480
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (95/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (94/100 vs 45/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (94/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (83/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (64/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 by 68 points (89/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 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.