X300 Ultra vs Pro: What This Comparison Is Really About
This Vivo phone comparison looks at how the Vivo X300 Pro and X300 Ultra differ in display, performance, cameras, and battery so shoppers can judge flagship phone value and decide whether the Ultra’s higher specifications justify its significantly higher price for everyday use as well as demanding tasks like gaming and advanced photography. In short: the X300 Pro is a balanced flagship at a lower cost, while the X300 Ultra targets power users and camera enthusiasts who are willing to pay more for every last upgrade. For most buyers, the question is not which one is better on paper, but whether the Ultra’s improvements meaningfully change day‑to‑day experience enough to warrant the sizeable price jump.
| Spec | Vivo X300 Pro | Vivo X300 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.78" LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 1260 × 2800, 4,500 nits | 6.82" LTPO AMOLED, 144Hz, 1440 × 3168, 4,500 nits |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Memory & Storage | Up to 16GB RAM, 1TB UFS 4.1 | Up to 16GB RAM, 1TB UFS 4.1 |
| Rear Cameras | 50MP wide + 200MP periscope + 50MP ultrawide | 200MP wide + 200MP periscope + 50MP ultrawide, gimbal OIS |
| Zoom Options | 3.7x optical telephoto | 3.7x telephoto + optional 200mm & 400mm lenses |
| Video | 8K, 4K 120fps, Dolby Vision | 8K, 4K 120fps, Dolby Vision, HDR10+ |
| Selfie Camera | 50MP AF, 4K video | 50MP AF, 4K video with gyro‑EIS & HDR |
| Battery & Charging | 6,510mAh, 90W wired, 40W wireless | 6,600mAh, 100W wired, 40W wireless |
| Connectivity | Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB‑C 3.2 | Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB‑C 3.2 with DisplayPort |
| Satellite Features | Optional satellite connectivity | Emergency SOS via satellite (1TB model) |
| Software Support | Android 16, OriginOS 6, 5 Android upgrades confirmed | Android 16, OriginOS 6 |
| Price | around USD 1,000 (approx. RM4,610) | around USD 1,500 (approx. RM6,910) |
Display, Performance and Daily Speed
On screens, the X300 Ultra pulls ahead with a slightly larger 6.82‑inch LTPO AMOLED panel, sharper QHD+‑class 1440 × 3168 resolution, and a 144Hz refresh rate, while the X300 Pro stays at 6.78 inches, 1260 × 2800, and 120Hz; both reach 4,500‑nit peak brightness. If you play fast‑paced games or love ultra‑smooth scrolling, the higher refresh rate and resolution on the Ultra will look and feel better, but casual users will find the Pro more than sufficient. Under the hood, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in the Ultra offers faster CPU and GPU performance than the Dimensity 9500 in the Pro for gaming and AI‑heavy workloads. "The Ultra’s stronger processor delivers higher sustained performance for intensive tasks compared with the Pro’s Dimensity‑based platform." For day‑to‑day messaging, social media, and media streaming, though, both phones are flagships and will feel quick.
Camera Systems and Creator Features
Both phones are serious camera tools, but the X300 Ultra is built for enthusiasts. The X300 Pro combines a 50MP wide sensor with a 200MP periscope telephoto and 50MP ultrawide, plus 8K recording and 4K at up to 120fps with Dolby Vision. The Ultra swaps in a larger 200MP main sensor with gimbal optical image stabilization, keeping the same 200MP periscope and 50MP ultrawide, and adds HDR10+ to its 8K and 4K 120fps video pipeline. It also supports optional 200mm and 400mm zoom lenses, moving into professional‑grade long‑range shooting territory. On the front, both use 50MP selfie cameras with 4K video, but the Ultra adds gyro‑EIS and HDR for steadier, more dynamic vlogs. If you mainly point‑and‑shoot and share to social apps, the Pro’s camera hardware is already high‑end. The Ultra makes more sense if you treat your phone as your main creative tool.
Battery, Charging, Connectivity and Long‑Term Value
Battery life is close: the X300 Pro uses a 6,510mAh pack with 90W wired and 40W wireless charging, while the X300 Ultra nudges that to 6,600mAh and 100W wired, keeping 40W wireless. In practice, the Ultra will recharge a bit faster and last slightly longer, which heavy users may appreciate, but the difference is modest for most. Connectivity is excellent on both, with Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and USB‑C 3.2 on the Pro; the Ultra adds DisplayPort output and extra Bluetooth codecs plus more advanced satellite communication, including Emergency SOS via satellite on its 1TB variant. The Pro, however, has a clear advantage in long‑term software support, with five major Android upgrades confirmed compared with the Ultra’s unspecified roadmap. When you factor that into the Vivo X300 Pro price of around USD 1,000 (approx. RM4,610) versus the Ultra at around USD 1,500 (approx. RM6,910), the Pro offers stronger flagship phone value for most buyers.
Buy if / Skip if
- Buy the X300 Pro if you want a high‑end Vivo flagship with strong performance and cameras at a lower price.
- Skip the X300 Pro if you need the very best smartphone camera and long‑range zoom options with optional 200mm and 400mm lenses.
- Buy the X300 Ultra if you are a serious mobile photographer or creator who will use the 200MP main sensor with gimbal OIS and HDR10+ video.
- Skip the X300 Ultra if your usage is mostly social media, streaming, and casual gaming where the Pro already feels fast and smooth.
- Buy the X300 Ultra if you want the strongest gaming and AI performance plus 144Hz QHD+ display and Emergency SOS via satellite.
- Skip the X300 Ultra if long‑term software updates and overall flagship phone value matter more than incremental spec gains.
