Vivo X300 Pro vs Vivo Y500
The Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $899 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 56/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Vivo Y500 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 226g).
Vivo X300 Pro
Vivo Y500
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (96/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 64/100)
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 6510 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $899
- Better portability (51/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Vivo X300 Pro vs the Vivo Y500, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 31 points higher (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100, Vivo Y500 — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (96/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Vivo X300 Pro | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3269794 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 8100 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 | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $345 |
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- 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 Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $554. Vivo Y500 was $554 cheaper at launch.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (96/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (81/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo Y500?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 31 points (87/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 Pro and the Vivo Y500?
The Vivo X300 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Vivo Y500?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 Pro over the Vivo Y500?
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 Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.