Vivo X300 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $899 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 88/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 3,326,259); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $970
- Better camera (96/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 3326259
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 10402
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 226g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 94/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 2 points higher (90/100 vs 88/100). Value score: Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100, 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 94/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (96/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3326259 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 171 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo X300 Pro by 33.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. Vivo X300 Pro was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 94/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (96/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro edges out the Vivo X300 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 87/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 94/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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. 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.