iPhone 17 Pro vs vivo X300 Pro
If you’re shopping for a phone in the flagship smartphone class, the iPhone 17 Pro and the vivo X300 Pro are likely both on your shortlist. Of the 5 areas we compared, the vivo X300 Pro wins 3. If one area explains the result, it’s camera.
At a glance
- Display vivo X300 Pro wins
- Performance Tie
- Memory & Storage Tie
- Camera vivo X300 Pro wins
- Battery & Charging vivo X300 Pro wins
- Display5.9
- Memory & Storage4.5
- Camera3.2
- Display7.4
- Memory & Storage4.5
- Camera5.5
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The vivo X300 Pro has a dedicated 200 MP telephoto camera
This is one of the widest gaps in the whole comparison: 200 MP for the vivo X300 Pro versus 48 MP for the iPhone 17 Pro. A higher-resolution telephoto keeps more detail when you zoom, and gives the vivo X300 Pro a stronger tool for portraits and distant subjects.
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The vivo X300 Pro has 50% higher peak brightness
The iPhone 17 Pro lists 3,000 nits; the vivo X300 Pro comes in at 4,500 nits. That’s not a rounding error. Peak figures are usually reached only in short bursts or small areas of the screen, but a higher ceiling still helps outdoor visibility.
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The iPhone 17 Pro has a 0.71 oz lighter build
On weight, the iPhone 17 Pro edges out the vivo X300 Pro, 7.27 oz to 7.97 oz. Weight shows up every time you hold the phone above your face in bed or type one-handed for a long stretch.
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The vivo X300 Pro has a sharper 50 MP selfie camera
At 50 MP versus 18 MP, this is a decisive lead for the vivo X300 Pro, the kind of difference you notice without looking for it. Front cameras are often an afterthought, so a higher-resolution sensor is a small but welcome edge for the vivo X300 Pro.
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The vivo X300 Pro has faster 40 W wireless charging
If wireless charging is one of your priorities, this settles it: the vivo X300 Pro leads clearly with 40 W to the iPhone 17 Pro’s 25 W. Faster wireless charging makes a pad or stand more practical as your main way to top up.
Design & Size
- iPhone 17 Pro 5.91 in × 2.83 in × 0.34 in
- vivo X300 Pro 6.35 in × 2.97 in × 0.31 in
By the manufacturer’s measurements, the iPhone 17 Pro is the more compact phone, and the vivo X300 Pro the larger one. The vivo X300 Pro carries an extra 0.71 oz. The vivo X300 Pro trims 0.03 in off the thickness of the iPhone 17 Pro.
Design & Build
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5.91 in | 6.35 in |
| Width | 2.83 in | 2.97 in |
| Thickness | 0.34 in | 0.31 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.27 oz (winner) | 7.97 oz |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68/IP69 (winner) |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Display
vivo X300 Pro leads
Few areas are as clear-cut as this one: the vivo X300 Pro leads the display section with room to spare. The vivo X300 Pro adds 50% higher peak brightness. If you use your phone outdoors a lot, the vivo X300 Pro’s brighter panel is the one that holds up better at midday. For display, the vivo X300 Pro is the one to beat.
Peak brightness
iPhone 17 Pro: 3,000 nits vivo X300 Pro: 4,500 nits Peak brightness decides how readable the screen stays in direct sunlight and how punchy HDR content looks.
Screen size
iPhone 17 Pro: 6.3 in vivo X300 Pro: 6.8 in Screen size is personal. If you watch a lot on your phone, the extra area pays off; if you text one-handed on the go, compact is kinder.
Performance
Too close to call
There’s little to choose between them when it comes to performance. Net result on performance: level.
CPU cores
iPhone 17 Pro: 6 vivo X300 Pro: 8 Treat the core count as background information; the chipset name tells you far more about real performance.
Memory & Storage
Too close to call
You can skip ahead if memory & storage was your deciding factor: the two are evenly matched here. If memory & storage was going to be your tiebreaker, you’ll need a different one.
Camera
vivo X300 Pro leads
In this area the vivo X300 Pro has a lead the iPhone 17 Pro can’t close. In its favor, the vivo X300 Pro has a dedicated 200 MP telephoto camera. Telephoto lenses earn their keep at concerts, school events and portraits: anywhere you can’t simply walk closer. Weighing only camera, the vivo X300 Pro comes out ahead.
Telephoto camera
iPhone 17 Pro: 48 MP vivo X300 Pro: 200 MP A dedicated telephoto camera captures distant subjects and portraits without heavy cropping, which keeps detail intact.
Front camera
iPhone 17 Pro: 18 MP vivo X300 Pro: 50 MP If you mainly use the front camera for calls, the gap is minor; if you post selfies often, the vivo X300 Pro’s extra resolution helps.
Battery & Charging
vivo X300 Pro leads
A modest lead on battery & charging belongs to the vivo X300 Pro. The vivo X300 Pro wins here with faster 40 W wireless charging. Wireless charging is usually slower than a cable, so this edge matters mainly to people who value the convenience. That makes the vivo X300 Pro the natural choice for buyers focused on battery & charging.
Wireless charging
iPhone 17 Pro: 25 W vivo X300 Pro: 40 W If you rely on a wireless pad at your desk or bedside, the vivo X300 Pro refills quicker there.
Software & Updates
The software & updates comparison is about what’s inside rather than how much. See the table for the iPhone 17 Pro’s and the vivo X300 Pro’s entries.
Full Specifications
Display
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.3 in | 6.8 in |
| Panel type | OLED, ProMotion 120 Hz (Super Retina XDR) | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2622 x 1206 | 2800 x 1260 |
| Pixel density | 460 ppi | N/A (not specified) |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3,000 nits | 4,500 nits (winner) |
| Always-on display | Yes | N/A (not specified) |
Performance
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A19 Pro | Dimensity 9500 |
| CPU cores | 6 | 8 |
| Process node | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| RAM | N/A (not specified) | 12 GB |
Memory & Storage
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Base storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Max storage | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| microSD slot | No | No |
Camera
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultra-wide camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Telephoto camera | 48 MP | 200 MP (winner) |
| Optical zoom | 4× | 3.7× |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP (winner) |
| Max video | 4K120 Dolby Vision | 8K30 |
Battery & Charging
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | N/A (not specified) | 6,510 mAh |
| Rated video playbackManufacturer rating | 33 h | N/A (not specified) |
| Wired charging | N/A (not specified) | 90 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 W | 40 W (winner) |
| Port | USB-C (USB 3, 10 Gb/s) | USB-C (USB 3.2) |
Software & Updates
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| OS at launch | iOS 26 | OriginOS 6 (Android 16) |
| Promised OS updatesManufacturer commitment | N/A (not specified) | 5 years |
Design & Build
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5.91 in | 6.35 in |
| Width | 2.83 in | 2.97 in |
| Thickness | 0.34 in | 0.31 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.27 oz (winner) | 7.97 oz |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68/IP69 (winner) |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Price
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $1,099 | N/A (not specified) |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the iPhone 17 Pro if…
- you want the lighter phone (7.27 oz vs 7.97 oz)
- you like a phone that takes up less room
- you’re comfortable with how Apple does things
Choose the vivo X300 Pro if…
- you want the stronger telephoto camera (200 MP vs 48 MP)
- you want the screen that stays readable on sunny days (4,500 nits vs 3,000 nits)
- you want the sharper selfie camera (50 MP vs 18 MP)
- you use a wireless charging pad every day (40 W vs 25 W)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the iPhone 17 Pro or the vivo X300 Pro?
For most people, the vivo X300 Pro is the stronger choice, unless you specifically want a 0.71 oz lighter build, where the iPhone 17 Pro has the edge.
Is the iPhone 17 Pro bigger than the vivo X300 Pro?
Going by the official dimensions, the vivo X300 Pro is the larger one: 6.35 × 2.97 × 0.31 in against the iPhone 17 Pro’s 5.91 × 2.83 × 0.34 in.
Which has the better camera, the iPhone 17 Pro or the vivo X300 Pro?
On paper, the vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera setup, with a dedicated 200 MP telephoto camera and a sharper 50 MP selfie camera.
Is the iPhone 17 Pro’s display better than the vivo X300 Pro’s?
Going by the numbers, the vivo X300 Pro’s screen comes out ahead: 50% higher peak brightness.
Which weighs less, the iPhone 17 Pro or the vivo X300 Pro?
Going by the official figures, the iPhone 17 Pro weighs 0.71 oz less than the vivo X300 Pro.
Executive Summary
If you’ve narrowed it down to the iPhone 17 Pro and the vivo X300 Pro, you’ve already done the hard part. Let me help with the rest. Start with the headline difference (the vivo X300 Pro has a dedicated 200 MP telephoto camera), and a lot of the decision falls into place. Another thing in the vivo X300 Pro’s favor is 50% higher peak brightness. Fairness check: the iPhone 17 Pro does come with a 0.71 oz lighter build.
The iPhone 17 Pro is built for people who weigh portability heavily, and the vivo X300 Pro for people who weigh display.
My pick: the vivo X300 Pro; the one scenario where I’d reach for the iPhone 17 Pro is if what you want most is a 0.71 oz lighter build.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.