TCL 505 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The TCL 505 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 28/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5010); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 193,858); the TCL 505 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 505
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes TCL 505 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 230g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 505 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 63 points higher (91/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (99/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 505 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (62/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 505 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.7×8.3 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | $950 |
Camera comparison
TCL 505
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 505
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 505
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 505 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads TCL 505 by 95.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 505
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (99/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (89/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 505 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (62/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 505 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 505 by 63 points (91/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 505 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The TCL 505 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 505 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 505 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the TCL 505 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.