Sony Xperia E5 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Sony Xperia E5 (2016) runs on the MT6735, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 22/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 2300); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Sony Xperia E5 is noticeably lighter (147g vs 226g).
Sony Xperia E5
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 147g vs 226g
- Better portability (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 2300 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Sony Xperia E5 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 65 points higher (87/100 vs 22/100). 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 12/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia E5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (81/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Sony Xperia E5 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MT6735 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3258010 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2300 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 1.5GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 144.0×69.0×8.2 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 147 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Sony Xperia E5
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia E5
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia E5
- 2300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Sony Xperia E5
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In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (84/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (81/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia E5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (81/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Sony Xperia E5 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 by 65 points (87/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia E5 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Sony Xperia E5 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia E5 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia E5 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Sony Xperia E5 is a better fit for everyday use. 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.