Vivo X300s vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $723 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 89/100. Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 3,600,724).

Both devices scored the same rating of 89/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Vivo X300s

Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 92

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

Performance 97
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 88

What makes Vivo X300s better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 3600724
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 217g vs 226g
  • Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $999

  • Better camera (94/100 vs 93/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 80/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
  • Better portability (42/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)

Comparison verdict

The Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 89/100. Value score: Vivo X300s — 92/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 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 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 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).

Vivo X300s: The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Vivo X300s Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3703823 3600724
Geekbench Single 3293 3639
Geekbench Multi 10243 11047
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2800x1260 3200x1440
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 90W 90W
Wireless charging 40W 50W
DXOMark (camera) — 166
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 200 MP
Front camera 50 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 / OriginOS 6 Android 16
Brightness (peak) — 3500 nits
NFC — yes
Protection — IP68
Dimensions — 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 217 g 226 g
Launch price $723 $999

Camera comparison

Vivo X300s

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera

Display comparison

Vivo X300s

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display

Battery and charging

Vivo X300s

  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
83
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Vivo X300s and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
89/100
3703823 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
89/100 -2.9%
3600724 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 2.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Vivo X300s

$723

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

$999

Launch price difference: $276. Vivo X300s was $276 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 89/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

Both devices scored 89/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (97/100 vs 95/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Vivo X300s has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.

Should you choose the Vivo X300s over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.