Vivo X300 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 81/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,037,992).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Vivo X300 better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3037992
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10402
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 7 points higher (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Vivo X300 — 84/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (90/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (55/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3037992 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.6×71.9×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300
- Main: 50MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Vivo X300 by 16.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo X300 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (90/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (55/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max edges out the Vivo X300 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo X300 has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo X300 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.