Vivo S50 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $390 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 72/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,794,400); the Vivo S50 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S50
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $390 vs $899
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S50 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 16 points higher (88/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Vivo S50 — 74/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S50 (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (66/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S50 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1794400 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $390 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S50 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Vivo S50 by 46.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $509. Vivo S50 was $509 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (94/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S50 (96/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (66/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S50 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo S50 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo S50 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo S50 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S50 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S50 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S50 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo S50 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.