Vivo S50 vs Vivo X300s
The Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $390 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 72/100 (a 17-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 1,794,400); the Vivo S50 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S50
Vivo X300s
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $390 vs $723
- Better portability (66/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S50 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 17 points higher (89/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Vivo S50 — 74/100, 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 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (95/100 vs 75/100). 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 S50 (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S50 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1794400 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 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 | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $390 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S50 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Vivo S50 by 51.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $333. Vivo S50 was $333 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (95/100 vs 75/100).
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 S50 (94/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (83/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S50 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is noticeably better than the Vivo S50 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo S50 and the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo S50 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S50 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S50 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S50 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo S50 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.