Vivo V40 SE vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Vivo V40 SE (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 49/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 568,395); the Vivo V40 SE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V40 SE
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Vivo V40 SE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 230g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V40 SE vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 42 points higher (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (96/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 SE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (70/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V40 SE | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | $950 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V40 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo V40 SE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V40 SE
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V40 SE and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Vivo V40 SE by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V40 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (99/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (96/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 SE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (70/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V40 SE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE by 42 points (91/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V40 SE and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo V40 SE has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V40 SE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V40 SE or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V40 SE over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.