Vivo X300 FE vs Xiaomi 17
The Vivo X300 FE (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 79/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 2,869,139).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 FE
Xiaomi 17
What makes Vivo X300 FE better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 191g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $709
- Better portability (65/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 2869139
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300 FE vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 8 points higher (87/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Vivo X300 FE — 72/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 FE (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 FE | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2869139 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300 FE
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300 FE
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300 FE and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Vivo X300 FE by 11.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Vivo X300 FE was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 FE (81/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 FE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 edges out the Vivo X300 FE by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 FE and the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo X300 FE has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 FE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300 FE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 FE over the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo X300 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.