Vivo X300s vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $723 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 87/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,703,823).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300s
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6800 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 217g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $892
- Better camera (94/100 vs 87/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3703823
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 95/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300s vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Vivo X300s scores 2 points higher (89/100 vs 87/100). Value score: Vivo X300s — 92/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100; 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 Ultra (China) and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (98/100 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 83/100. In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300s | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3703823 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $723 | $892 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300s and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Vivo X300s by 6.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $169. Vivo X300s was $169 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (98/100 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 83/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo X300s edges out the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo X300s has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300s over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
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 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.