Vivo S18e vs Vivo X300s
The Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 53/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 971,424); the Vivo S18e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S18e
Vivo X300s
What makes Vivo S18e better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 217g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S18e vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S18e | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 971424 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1167 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2577 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $723 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S18e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S18e
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S18e and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Vivo S18e by 73.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S18e
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (95/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S18e or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S18e and the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo S18e has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S18e or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S18e or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S18e 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.