Vivo X300 E vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo X300 E (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $651 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 79/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 E has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,886,527).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 E
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo X300 E better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $651 vs $970
- Overall rating 79/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2886527
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 9119
- Lighter: 192g vs 200g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300 E vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 11 points higher (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Vivo X300 E — 72/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 E (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Vivo X300 E are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 E | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2886527 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×74.3×7.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $651 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 E
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300 E
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300 E
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300 E and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo X300 E by 42.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $319. Vivo X300 E was $319 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 E (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Vivo X300 E are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 E or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo X300 E — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 E and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X300 E has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 E or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300 E or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 E over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X300 E is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.