Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra vs Vivo X300s: Which One Should You Buy?

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 95.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Sony

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
95/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Vivo · 2026

Vivo X300s

Vivo X300s
93/ 100
Launch price$799
Head-to-head

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra wins overall; Vivo X300s takes 5 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
0 wins
Vivo X300s
Vivo X300s
5 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Sony Xperia XA1 UltraVivo X300s
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsVivo X300s
    39
    96
  • Camerafrom specsVivo X300s
    82
    89
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieVivo X300s
    88
    100
  • Batteryfrom specsVivo X300s
    0
    100
  • Displayfrom specsVivo X300s
    88
    100
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Vivo X300s has the bigger battery7,100 mAh vs 2,700 mAh
  • Vivo X300s has a sharper main camera200 MP vs 50 MP
  • Vivo X300s has a smoother screen144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Vivo X300s has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6"
  • Vivo X300s has a sharper selfie camera50 MP vs 32 MP
  • Vivo X300s has more RAM12 GB vs 4 GB
  • Vivo X300s has the faster chipDimensity 9500 vs MT6757 Helio P20
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Vivo X300s
  • ✓Bigger 7,100 mAh battery (+4,400 mAh)
  • ✓200 MP main camera
  • ✓6.78" display at 144 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationSony Xperia XA1 UltraVivo X300s
1. Display & Screen🏆 Vivo X300s Wins Display
Screen typeNot listedLTPO AMOLED
Screen Size6"6.78"
Resolution & DensityN/A 2800x1260 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz144 Hz adaptive
BrightnessN/A4,500 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Vivo X300s Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorMT6757 Helio P20 Dimensity 9500 (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedMali G1-Ultra
Operating SystemAndroid 15 Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory4 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage64 GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Vivo X300s Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto200 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung HPBr 1/1.4-inch
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)50 MP (3.7x optical zoom), f/2.6, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A50 MP, f/2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP50 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A162.5 x 76.3 x 8.2 mm
WeightN/A218 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP69
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Vivo X300s Wins Battery
Battery Capacity2,700 mAh7,100 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A90W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed40W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 7
BluetoothNot listed6.0
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$799
Our verdict

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra wins — BeastScore 95.0/100

The Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra comes out ahead across our speed, camera, battery and display tests. The Vivo X300s is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,100 mAh vs 2,700 mAh).

Buy Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra if you want

Reliable all-round performance.

Buy Vivo X300s if you want

Larger battery: 7,100 mAh vs 2,700 mAh · Higher-resolution main camera: 200 MP vs 50 MP

Common questions

Which is better: Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra or Vivo X300s?

The Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra comes out ahead across our speed, camera, battery and display tests. The Vivo X300s is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,100 mAh vs 2,700 mAh). BeastScore: Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra 95.0/100, Vivo X300s 93.1/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra and Vivo X300s?

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra has a 6-inch display and 2700 mAh battery. Vivo X300s has a 6.78-inch display and 7100 mAh battery.

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