Vivo X300s vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $723 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 88/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 3,654,776).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300s
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 3654776
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 217g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $799
- Better camera (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300s vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Vivo X300s scores 1 points higher (89/100 vs 88/100). Value score: Vivo X300s — 92/100, 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 X300s are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300s | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3703823 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 217 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $723 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300s and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 1.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $76. Vivo X300s was $76 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo X300s edges out the Xiaomi 17 Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo X300s has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X300s over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
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 Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.