Pixel 10 vs vivo X300 Pro
The Pixel 10 and the vivo X300 Pro compete for the same spot on your shortlist, with Google and Vivo each making its case. Of the 6 areas we compared, the vivo X300 Pro wins 3. If one area explains the result, it’s battery & charging.
At a glance
- Display vivo X300 Pro wins
- Performance Tie
- Memory & Storage vivo X300 Pro wins
- Camera Trade-off
- Battery & Charging vivo X300 Pro wins
- Software & Updates Pixel 10 wins
- Display5.9
- Performance5.9
- Memory & Storage1.3
- Camera2.2
- Battery & Charging2.2
- Display7.4
- Performance5.9
- Memory & Storage4.5
- Camera5.5
- Battery & Charging7.0
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 Pixel 10 has 2 years of extra promised updates
The Pixel 10 clearly leads on promised os updates, and 7 years versus 5 years is a difference that reaches well beyond the spec sheet. The Pixel 10’s longer software support can also help its resale value later on.
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The Pixel 10 has 5× optical zoom versus 3.7×
On optical zoom, the Pixel 10 posts 5× against 3.7× for the vivo X300 Pro, a gap big enough to feel in everyday use. Higher optical zoom lets you frame distant subjects tightly without losing detail to digital cropping.
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The vivo X300 Pro has 31% more battery capacity
This is one of the widest gaps in the whole comparison: 6,510 mAh for the vivo X300 Pro versus 4,970 mAh for the Pixel 10. Extra capacity also ages better: after a few years of charge cycles, the vivo X300 Pro has more headroom left.
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The vivo X300 Pro has 256 GB of base storage instead of 128 GB
The Pixel 10 lists 128 GB; the vivo X300 Pro comes in at 256 GB. That’s not a rounding error. The vivo X300 Pro starts with more room, which means fewer “storage full” warnings and less time deleting old videos.
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The vivo X300 Pro has a dedicated 200 MP telephoto camera
At 200 MP versus 11 MP, this is a decisive lead for the vivo X300 Pro, the kind of difference you notice without looking for it. Telephoto lenses earn their keep at concerts, school events and portraits: anywhere you can’t simply walk closer.
Design & Size
- Pixel 10 6.02 in × 2.83 in × 0.34 in
- vivo X300 Pro 6.35 in × 2.97 in × 0.31 in
Physically, these two aren’t the same size: the vivo X300 Pro is larger in overall dimensions. The Pixel 10 saves 0.78 oz. How much that matters depends on how you use it. The vivo X300 Pro trims 0.02 in off the thickness of the Pixel 10.
Design & Build
| Spec | Pixel 10 | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 6.02 in | 6.35 in |
| Width | 2.83 in | 2.97 in |
| Thickness | 0.34 in | 0.31 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.20 oz (winner) | 7.97 oz |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68/IP69 (winner) |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Display
vivo X300 Pro leads
The Pixel 10 is outclassed on display; the vivo X300 Pro leads by a clear margin. In its favor, the vivo X300 Pro has 50% higher peak brightness. Peak brightness decides how readable the screen stays in direct sunlight and how punchy HDR content looks. In short, the vivo X300 Pro is the better-equipped phone for display.
Peak brightness
Pixel 10: 3,000 nits vivo X300 Pro: 4,500 nits Peak figures are usually reached only in short bursts or small areas of the screen, but a higher ceiling still helps outdoor visibility.
Screen size
Pixel 10: 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
Side by side, the performance figures for the Pixel 10 and the vivo X300 Pro barely differ. Net result on performance: level.
Memory & Storage
vivo X300 Pro leads
If memory & storage is high on your list, the vivo X300 Pro makes the stronger case by a wide margin. The vivo X300 Pro stands out with 256 GB of base storage instead of 128 GB. If you shoot a lot of video or keep music and maps offline, base storage is one of the specs you’ll feel most over the years. The memory & storage verdict goes to the vivo X300 Pro.
Base storage
Pixel 10: 128 GB vivo X300 Pro: 256 GB Base storage is what you get without paying extra. Photos, videos and apps add up quickly, so more space at the entry price is real value.
Max storage
Pixel 10: 256 GB vivo X300 Pro: 1 TB The top storage option only matters if you plan to buy a high-capacity version, but it caps how much you can ever keep on the phone.
Camera
Trade-off
Neither sweeps camera. You get 5× optical zoom versus 3.7× with the Pixel 10, and a dedicated 200 MP telephoto camera with the vivo X300 Pro. For camera, there’s no wrong answer, only a different emphasis.
Optical zoom
Pixel 10: 5× vivo X300 Pro: 3.7× The Pixel 10 reaches further with real optics, which pays off for wildlife, stages and sports from the stands.
Telephoto camera
Pixel 10: 11 MP vivo X300 Pro: 200 MP A dedicated telephoto camera captures distant subjects and portraits without heavy cropping, which keeps detail intact.
Battery & Charging
vivo X300 Pro leads
Here the vivo X300 Pro opens up one of its biggest leads in the comparison. The vivo X300 Pro delivers 31% more battery capacity. Capacity isn’t everything, but when two phones are otherwise close, more milliamp-hours is the simplest endurance advantage there is. Prioritize battery & charging, and the vivo X300 Pro is where you should land.
Battery capacity
Pixel 10: 4,970 mAh vivo X300 Pro: 6,510 mAh A bigger battery usually means longer days between charges, although chip efficiency and screen size also shape real endurance.
Wired charging
Pixel 10: 29 W vivo X300 Pro: 90 W Peak charging speeds depend on a compatible charger, which may not come in the box.
Software & Updates
Pixel 10 leads
When it comes to software & updates, the Pixel 10 is comfortably ahead. The Pixel 10 brings 2 years of extra promised updates. Software support is what separates a phone that ages gracefully from one that doesn’t, making it one of the most practical lines on the spec sheet. For software & updates, the Pixel 10 is the one to beat.
Promised OS updates
Pixel 10: 7 years vivo X300 Pro: 5 years A longer update promise keeps the phone secure and current for longer, which matters if you keep devices for several years.
Full Specifications
Display
| Spec | Pixel 10 | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.3 in | 6.8 in |
| Panel type | OLED (Actua) | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2424 x 1080 | 2800 x 1260 |
| Pixel density | 422 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 | Pixel 10 | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Google Tensor G5 | Dimensity 9500 |
| CPU cores | 8 | 8 |
| Process node | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
Memory & Storage
| Spec | Pixel 10 | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Base storage | 128 GB | 256 GB (winner) |
| Max storage | 256 GB | 1 TB (winner) |
| microSD slot | No | No |
Camera
| Spec | Pixel 10 | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultra-wide camera | 13 MP | 50 MP (winner) |
| Telephoto camera | 11 MP | 200 MP (winner) |
| Optical zoom | 5× (winner) | 3.7× |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Front camera | 11 MP | 50 MP (winner) |
| Max video | 4K60 | 8K30 |
Battery & Charging
| Spec | Pixel 10 | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 4,970 mAh | 6,510 mAh (winner) |
| Wired charging | 29 W | 90 W (winner) |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 40 W (winner) |
| Port | USB-C | USB-C (USB 3.2) |
Software & Updates
| Spec | Pixel 10 | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| OS at launch | Android 16 | OriginOS 6 (Android 16) |
| Promised OS updatesManufacturer commitment | 7 years (winner) | 5 years |
Design & Build
| Spec | Pixel 10 | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 6.02 in | 6.35 in |
| Width | 2.83 in | 2.97 in |
| Thickness | 0.34 in | 0.31 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.20 oz (winner) | 7.97 oz |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68/IP69 (winner) |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Price
| Spec | Pixel 10 | vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $799 | 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 Pixel 10 if…
- you want software support that lasts longer (7 years vs 5 years)
- you want more optical reach (5× vs 3.7×)
- you notice every gram in your pocket (7.20 oz vs 7.97 oz)
Choose the vivo X300 Pro if…
- you often spend long days away from a charger (6,510 mAh vs 4,970 mAh)
- you shoot a lot of photos and video (256 GB vs 128 GB base storage)
- you want the stronger telephoto camera (200 MP vs 11 MP)
- you often need a quick top-up before heading out (90 W vs 29 W wired)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the Pixel 10 or the vivo X300 Pro?
For most people, the vivo X300 Pro is the stronger choice, unless you’d rather have 2 years of extra promised updates on the Pixel 10.
Does the Pixel 10 last longer on a charge than the vivo X300 Pro?
Going by the official figures, the vivo X300 Pro leads: 6,510 mAh versus 4,970 mAh for battery capacity. Screen use, settings and efficiency will shape your own results.
Which is larger, the Pixel 10 or the vivo X300 Pro?
It’s the vivo X300 Pro that is larger: 6.35 × 2.97 × 0.31 in, versus 6.02 × 2.83 × 0.34 in for the Pixel 10.
Which has the better screen, the Pixel 10 or the vivo X300 Pro?
Going by the numbers, the vivo X300 Pro’s screen comes out ahead: 50% higher peak brightness.
Is the Pixel 10 lighter than the vivo X300 Pro?
Going by the official figures, the Pixel 10 weighs 0.78 oz less than the vivo X300 Pro.
Which has more storage, the Pixel 10 or the vivo X300 Pro?
The vivo X300 Pro comes with more room: 256 GB versus 128 GB.
Executive Summary
Brand loyalty aside, I tried to judge the Pixel 10 and the vivo X300 Pro purely on what they offer. The biggest reason I lean toward the vivo X300 Pro is simple: it has 31% more battery capacity. Plus, the vivo X300 Pro gets 256 GB of base storage instead of 128 GB, which I wouldn’t overlook. That said, the Pixel 10 answers with 2 years of extra promised updates, which some people will value more.
Put simply, the Pixel 10 suits people who care about software & updates, while the vivo X300 Pro suits people who put display first.
My pick: the vivo X300 Pro, though the Pixel 10 makes sense if you care more about 2 years of extra promised updates than anything else.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.