Sony Xperia E5 vs Vivo X300s
The Sony Xperia E5 (2016) runs on the MT6735, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 22/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 2300); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Sony Xperia E5 is noticeably lighter (147g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia E5
Vivo X300s
What makes Sony Xperia E5 better?
- Lighter: 147g vs 217g
- Better portability (81/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 2300 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia E5 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 67 points higher (89/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (83/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia E5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (81/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia E5 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MT6735 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1280 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2300 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 1.5GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 144.0×69.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 147 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $723 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia E5
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia E5
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia E5
- 2300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sony Xperia E5
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display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (94/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (83/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia E5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (81/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia E5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 by 67 points (89/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia E5 and the Vivo X300s?
The Sony Xperia E5 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia E5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia E5 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.