Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $649 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 31/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 2870); the main camera is 19 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 572,788); the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is noticeably lighter (168g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $899
- Better portability (63/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 2870 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 57 points higher (88/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact — 0/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2870 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 19 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 135.0×65.0×12.1 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- 2870 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (94/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (84/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (96/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (81/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact by 57 points (88/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact over the Vivo X300 Pro?
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.