TCL 605 vs Vivo X300s
The TCL 605 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $169 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 36/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 358,608); the TCL 605 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 605
Vivo X300s
What makes TCL 605 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $723
- Better portability (62/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 605 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 53 points higher (89/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 48/100). Value score: TCL 605 — 42/100, 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 TCL 605 (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (62/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 605 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.2×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $723 |
Camera comparison
TCL 605
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 605
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 605
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 605 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads TCL 605 by 90.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $554. TCL 605 was $554 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (95/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (94/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (83/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (62/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 605 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the TCL 605 by 53 points (89/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 605 and the Vivo X300s?
The TCL 605 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 605 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 605 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the TCL 605 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.