Vivo X300 Pro vs Vivo Y21
The Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $899 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 44/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 524,785); the Vivo Y21 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 226g).
Vivo X300 Pro
Vivo Y21
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 209g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $178 vs $899
- Better portability (49/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Vivo X300 Pro vs the Vivo Y21, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 43 points higher (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100, Vivo Y21 — 56/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21 is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Vivo X300 Pro | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3269794 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 171 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $178 |
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Vivo X300 Pro and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Vivo Y21 by 523.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $721. Vivo Y21 was $721 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (93/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (81/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21 is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 43 points (87/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 Pro and the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X300 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 Pro over the Vivo Y21?
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 Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.