Sony Xperia XZ2 vs Vivo X300s
The Sony Xperia XZ2 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 30/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3180); the main camera is 19 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 572,788); the Sony Xperia XZ2 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ2
Vivo X300s
What makes Sony Xperia XZ2 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 217g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3180 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ2 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 59 points higher (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ2 — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (94/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (83/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ2 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3180 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 19 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 153.0×72.0×11.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ2
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XZ2
- 3180 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia XZ2 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Sony Xperia XZ2 by 84.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $76. Vivo X300s was $76 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (94/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (83/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ2 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ2 and the Vivo X300s?
The Sony Xperia XZ2 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ2 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ2 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ2 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.