Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,746,199); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 217g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1746199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $999
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 38/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (83/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (78/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1746199 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IPX8 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 52.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $276. Vivo X300s was $276 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (95/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (94/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (83/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (78/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.