Vivo S20 vs Vivo X300s

The Vivo S20 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 61/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,027,925); the Vivo S20 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 217g).

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 by 28 points (89/100 vs 61/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Vivo S20

Performance 59
Display 85
Camera 44
Battery 68
Portability 75
Value for money —

Vivo X300s

Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 92

What makes Vivo S20 better?

  • Lighter: 186g vs 217g

  • Better portability (75/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Vivo X300s better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1027925
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1131
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3111
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 59/100)
  • Better camera (94/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo S20 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 28 points higher (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 (95/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Vivo S20 (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (75/100 vs 42/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Vivo S20 Vivo X300s
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1027925 3703823
Geekbench Single 1131 3293
Geekbench Multi 3111 10243
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 2800x1260
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 90W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 50 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, OriginOS 5 Android 16 / OriginOS 6
Brightness (peak) 5000 nits —
NFC yes —
Protection IP64 —
Dimensions 160.4×74.2×7.2 mm —
Weight 186 g 217 g
Launch price — $723

Camera comparison

Vivo S20

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
44
camera

Vivo X300s

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera

Display comparison

Vivo S20

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

Vivo X300s

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Vivo S20

  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery

Vivo X300s

  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Vivo S20 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo S20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
61/100
1027925 AnTuTu
Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
89/100 +72.2%
3703823 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Vivo S20 by 72.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Vivo S20

Price unknown

Vivo X300s

$723

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 (95/100 vs 59/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 (94/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Vivo S20 (83/100 vs 68/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (75/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Vivo S20 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 by 28 points (89/100 vs 61/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo S20 and the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo S20 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S20 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo S20 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 59/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S20 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.