Vivo X300 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $899 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 88/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,326,259); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 10240
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (96/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3326259
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6510 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $899
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 94/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 1 points higher (89/100 vs 88/100). Value score: Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100, Vivo X500 — 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 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (96/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 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, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3326259 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- 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
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo X300 Pro by 15.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Vivo X500 was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (96/100 vs 94/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 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, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Vivo X300 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X300 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 Pro over the Vivo X500?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.