Vivo X300s vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $723 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 89/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 3,703,823); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300s
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6510 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $970
- Better camera (94/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 3703823
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 10402
- Lighter: 192g vs 217g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 95/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300s vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 1 points higher (90/100 vs 89/100). Value score: Vivo X300s — 92/100, 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 95/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (63/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300s | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3703823 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $723 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300s and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo X300s by 26.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $247. Vivo X300s was $247 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (63/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300s or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro edges out the Vivo X300s by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300s and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X300s has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300s or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 87/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300s or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 95/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300s over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X300s 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.