Vivo X300s vs Vivo X500
The Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $723 and $820. Both devices score the same overall rating of 89/100. Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,703,823).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300s
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 10240
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $820
- Better camera (94/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3703823
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7100 mAh
- Lighter: 211g vs 217g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo X300s and the Vivo X500 received the same MobileRank rating — 89/100. Value score: Vivo X300s — 92/100, 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 X300s are nearly equal (96/100 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 X500 and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3703823 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $723 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300s and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo X300s by 5.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $97. Vivo X300s was $97 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (96/100 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 X500 and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300s or the Vivo X500?
Both devices scored 89/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo X500 (96/100 vs 95/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X300s and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X300s has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300s over the Vivo X500?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.