Vivo has officially teased the X300 Pro, and the leaks suggest it could be one of the most advanced camera smartphones of 2025. But how does it compare to its predecessor, the Vivo X200 Pro, which set a high bar for imaging last year? Let’s break down the differences in design, performance, cameras, video capabilities, battery, and pricing to see if the X300 Pro is truly a game-changer.
Design and Build
The Vivo X200 Pro came with a sleek curved-edge AMOLED display and a premium glass-and-metal body. While elegant, its curved design was not to everyone’s taste.
The X300 Pro, however, takes a different route with a flat 6.78-inch 2K AMOLED screen and ultra-thin bezels, making it look more modern and ergonomic. Vivo is reportedly using aerospace-grade titanium alloy for the frame, making it both lightweight and durable. Despite housing a massive 6,500mAh battery, the X300 Pro is said to be slimmer and lighter than many rivals, including the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Verdict: The X300 Pro feels more practical, sturdier, and creator-focused.
Display Technology
The X200 Pro featured a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, already impressive for its time.
The X300 Pro keeps the same resolution and size but adds LTPO adaptive refresh (1–120Hz), 1440Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort, and improved HDR brightness. This means smoother visuals, less flicker, and better performance in bright outdoor conditions.
Verdict: X300 Pro refines an already excellent display for content creators and binge-watchers.
Performance: Dimensity 9300 vs Dimensity 9500
The X200 Pro was powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 chip, paired with Vivo’s V2 imaging chip. It delivered solid performance, topping benchmarks and excelling in photography.
The X300 Pro debuts the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, a next-gen 5G flagship chip, paired with the all-new V3+ ISP (Image Signal Processor). Early benchmarks suggest it surpasses 4 million AnTuTu points, rivaling Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
The X300 Pro also offers up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage (UFS 4.0), ensuring smoother multitasking and massive storage for high-resolution video.
Verdict: The X300 Pro is clearly faster, with a focus on handling 4K/120fps video and AI imaging.
Camera Showdown
This is where things get interesting.
- Vivo X200 Pro Cameras
- 50MP Sony LYT-818 main sensor (1/1.28-inch) with OIS
- 50MP periscope telephoto (5x zoom)
- 50MP ultra-wide
- Co-engineered with Zeiss, offering cinematic color modes and great night performance.
- 50MP Sony LYT-818 main sensor (1/1.28-inch) with OIS
- Vivo X300 Pro Cameras
- 50MP Sony LYT-828 main sensor (improved HDR & low-light)
- 200MP periscope telephoto (Samsung HPB sensor) with Zeiss APO optics and tele-macro support
- 50MP ultra-wide with autofocus
- 50MP front camera with autofocus and 92° FoV
- Zeiss T✻ lens coatings and cinematic portrait filters (“Cool Gel,” “Negative”).
- 50MP Sony LYT-828 main sensor (improved HDR & low-light)
The upgrade from a 50MP telephoto to 200MP is massive. Vivo claims you can zoom deep into telephoto shots with minimal detail loss. The new gimbal-grade stabilization also makes a difference, especially for handheld shooting.
Verdict: The X300 Pro is a huge leap forward, especially for telephoto and professional-grade photography.
Video Capabilities
- X200 Pro Video:
- 8K @ 30fps
- 4K @ 60fps with HDR
- Decent stabilization
- 8K @ 30fps
- X300 Pro Video:
- 4K @ 120fps with Dolby Vision HDR and 10-bit Log recording
- World’s first 4K/60fps Portrait Video mode with cinematic bokeh
- Advanced stabilization (OIS + EIS + gimbal-level performance)
- Stage Mode for concerts and tricky lighting
- 4K @ 120fps with Dolby Vision HDR and 10-bit Log recording
The X300 Pro’s 4K/120fps slow-motion recording is a smartphone first. Add Dolby Vision HDR at this frame rate, and you’re looking at cinema-grade video from a phone.
Verdict: The X300 Pro is miles ahead in videography, targeting filmmakers and vloggers.
Battery and Charging
- X200 Pro: 5,000mAh battery, 120W wired charging
- X300 Pro: ~6,500mAh battery, 90W wired + 50W wireless
While the X200 Pro had faster wired charging, the X300 Pro makes up for it with a larger battery and wireless charging support. Expect up to 2 days of moderate use.
Verdict: The X300 Pro is better suited for power users who record and edit a lot of video.
Software and Features
Both devices run Android (OriginOS in China, Funtouch OS globally).
The X200 Pro was on Android 14, while the X300 Pro launches with Android 16 + OriginOS 6. Extra features include Wi-Fi 7, satellite messaging (China-only), IP68 rating, and ultrasonic fingerprint scanner.
Verdict: The X300 Pro is more future-proof.
Price and Availability
- X200 Pro (launch): ~¥5,999 in China (~₹65,000 / $850)
- X300 Pro (expected): ~¥7,499–7,999 (~₹95,000 / $1,100)
The X300 Pro is clearly more premium, positioned directly against the iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, and Xiaomi 15 Ultra.
Final Verdict: Should You Upgrade?
The Vivo X200 Pro is still an excellent phone, but the X300 Pro takes a giant leap in videography, telephoto photography, and battery life. If you’re a content creator, vlogger, or someone who values camera performance above all else, the X300 Pro is absolutely worth the upgrade.