Google Pixel 10 Pro XL VS Vivo X300

Both the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo X300 feature waterproof designs, with the Pixel rated at IP68 and the X300 rated at IP69. While both offer robust water resistance, the IP69 rating on the Vivo X300 indicates a higher level of protection against dust and water ingress, particularly in high-pressure, high-temperature conditions.

In terms of physical dimensions, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is larger and heavier, weighing 232 g with a thickness of 8.5 mm, while the Vivo X300 is lighter at 190 g and thinner at 8 mm. The Pixel is also wider and taller, measuring 76.6 mm in width and 162.8 mm in height, compared to the Vivo X300’s 71.9 mm width and 150.6 mm height. The Pixel’s larger size results in a higher volume of 105.99908 cm³, whereas the Vivo X300 has a smaller volume of 86.62512 cm³.

Neither device has a rugged build, and neither is foldable, which suggests both phones prioritize slim, sleek designs rather than a more durable, foldable structure.

Both the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo X300 come with OLED/AMOLED displays, but there are some differences in size, resolution, and contrast. The Pixel features a larger 6.8″ screen, while the X300 has a 6.31″ display. The Pixel also offers a higher resolution of 1344 x 2992 px compared to the X300’s 1216 x 2640 px, which means the Pixel has a slightly sharper display. The Pixel’s pixel density is also slightly higher at 486 ppi versus the X300’s 460 ppi.

In terms of visual performance, the Pixel has a contrast ratio of 2000000:1, while the X300 has a much higher ratio of 8000000:1. This suggests that the Vivo X300 may deliver deeper blacks and more vivid colors compared to the Pixel, though both offer impressive display quality.

Both devices support HDR10 and HDR10+ for enhanced color and contrast, and they both include Always-On Display functionality. However, the Pixel features branded damage-resistant glass, which the X300 lacks. Neither phone has a secondary screen, and both support touch input.

Both the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo X300 offer impressive performance specifications, with both featuring 1024GB of internal storage and 16GB of RAM. However, the Pixel uses the Google Tensor G5 chipset, while the X300 is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset. The Pixel’s CPU includes 1 core at 3.4 GHz, 5 cores at 2.85 GHz, and 2 cores at 2.4 GHz, whereas the X300’s CPU has 1 core at 4.21 GHz, 3 cores at 3.5 GHz, and 4 cores at 2.7 GHz, suggesting a slightly higher base clock speed for the X300.

When it comes to performance benchmarks, the Pixel scores 5712 in Geekbench 6’s multi-core test and 2267 in the single-core test. The Vivo X300, on the other hand, achieves significantly higher Geekbench scores, with 12189 in multi-core and 3781 in single-core tests. This suggests that the Vivo X300 may provide a more powerful overall performance, particularly in multi-core tasks.

The GPU in the Pixel is the PowerVR DXT 48 1536 with a clock speed of 1100 MHz, while the X300 uses the Mali G1 Ultra MP12 GPU, which runs at 1750 MHz. The X300’s higher GPU clock speed indicates potentially better graphical performance. Both devices support integrated LTE, use big.LITTLE technology, and have 8 CPU threads. Additionally, both phones feature 3 nm semiconductor sizes, support 64-bit architecture, have integrated graphics, and support OpenCL version 2 (Pixel) and 3 (X300). The Pixel’s RAM speed is 4200 MHz, while the X300’s is faster at 5333 MHz. The maximum memory supported is 16GB on both devices, with no higher memory capacity supported by either phone.

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo X300 both feature multi-lens main cameras, but with different configurations. The Pixel has a 50 MP, 48 MP, and 48 MP setup, while the X300 uses a 200 MP, 50 MP, and 50 MP configuration. The main difference here is the significantly higher resolution of the Pixel's primary camera (50 MP) compared to the X300's 200 MP, which suggests the X300 may offer greater detail in certain scenarios. Both devices feature optical zoom, with the Pixel supporting 5x optical zoom and the X300 supporting 3x optical zoom. The aperture sizes also differ, with the Pixel's being 1.68f, 1.7f, and 2.8f, while the X300’s apertures are 1.7f, 2.6f, and 2f.

Both phones offer optical image stabilization, continuous autofocus during video recording, phase-detection autofocus for photos, and support for slow-motion video recording. However, the Pixel offers a dual-tone LED flash, while the X300 lacks this feature. The Pixel has a BSI sensor, while the X300 does not. Both devices have a CMOS sensor, but only the Pixel explicitly mentions a BSI sensor, which may offer better low-light performance.

On the front, the Pixel has a 42 MP front camera with a 2.2f wide aperture, while the X300 comes with a 50 MP front camera and a 2f wide aperture. Neither phone features a front-facing LED flash or a dual-lens front camera. The Pixel supports HDR10 recording, while the X300 does not, and both phones support timelapse and panorama shooting. The Pixel has manual controls for ISO, exposure, focus, and shutter speed, while the X300 lacks manual shutter speed controls.

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo X300 both run Android operating systems, with the Pixel using Android 15 and the X300 using Android 16. Both versions support features like clipboard warnings, location and camera/microphone privacy options, and theme customization. Additionally, both devices can block app tracking and offer on-device machine learning capabilities. Both phones also include dark mode, Wi-Fi password sharing (though it’s not supported on either device), and battery health checks. Neither phone includes Mail Privacy Protection or Quick Start functionality.

Both devices support a wide range of features such as media pickers, customizable notifications, and Live Text. They also include PiP (Picture-in-Picture), support widgets, and provide offline voice recognition and voice commands. While both are multi-user systems, only the Pixel 10 Pro XL receives direct OS updates, whereas the X300 does not. The Pixel also supports dynamic theming, which the X300 lacks. In terms of app management, both phones allow app offloading and full-page screenshots, but the Pixel supports additional options like focus modes and dynamic theming that the X300 does not.

Both devices track the current position of a mobile device and allow for sharing intents. Neither supports the use of the phone as a PC. Both have child lock features, but the X300 does not have Quick Start. Notably, the X300 also does not support HDR10 recording, unlike the Pixel. Overall, the Pixel offers a more feature-rich operating system, particularly with its direct OS updates and additional customization options.

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo X300 both come with sizable batteries, but the X300 has a slightly larger battery capacity at 6040 mAh compared to the Pixel’s 5200 mAh. Both phones support wireless charging, but the Pixel has a wireless charging speed of 25W, while the X300 can charge wirelessly at a faster 40W. The Pixel also supports reverse wireless charging, a feature the X300 lacks.

Both phones support fast charging, with the Pixel offering a charging speed of 45W, while the X300 supports an even faster 90W charging speed. Neither phone has a removable battery, and both feature rechargeable batteries. Additionally, both devices have a battery level indicator, making it easy to monitor remaining power.

In terms of battery features, the Pixel offers more flexibility with reverse wireless charging, while the X300 has a more powerful charging speed both wired and wireless. However, both phones share key battery functionalities such as a rechargeable battery, fast charging, and wireless charging capabilities.

Both the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo X300 lack a 3.5 mm audio jack, meaning users will need to rely on Bluetooth or USB-C audio solutions. Both phones are equipped with stereo speakers, providing a richer sound experience compared to single-speaker designs. The Pixel supports aptX, LDAC, and aptX HD audio codecs, while the X300 also supports aptX and aptX HD but does not include LDAC support.

Neither device offers aptX Adaptive, but both phones lack FM radio functionality, so users won’t be able to tune into local radio stations directly from the device.

In terms of audio features, the Pixel has the advantage with support for LDAC, which is ideal for high-quality Bluetooth audio streaming. On the other hand, the X300 offers strong audio capabilities with aptX HD and aptX, though it does not have LDAC.

Both the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo X300 support 5G connectivity, ensuring fast mobile internet speeds. The Pixel features a Wi-Fi version supporting Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, and Wi-Fi 4, while the X300 supports Wi-Fi 4, Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 6, and Wi-Fi 7, meaning the X300 supports the latest Wi-Fi 7 standard for potentially faster wireless internet speeds. In terms of Bluetooth, the Pixel supports Bluetooth version 6, whereas the X300 supports Bluetooth version 5.4.

When it comes to SIM cards, the Pixel supports 1 physical SIM and 1 eSIM, while the X300 supports 2 physical SIM cards. Both phones come with USB Type-C and USB 3.2 ports for data transfer and charging. Both devices also feature NFC, fingerprint scanners, gyroscopes, GPS, and compasses. However, the Pixel has a barometer, while the X300 lacks one. The X300, on the other hand, includes an infrared sensor, which the Pixel does not have.

The Pixel has additional features such as emergency SOS via satellite, crash detection, and a barometer, which the X300 lacks. However, the X300 supports Wi-Fi 7, while the Pixel only goes up to Wi-Fi 6E. Both devices support Galileo for satellite navigation, and neither phone includes a stylus or a built-in projector. Other shared features include the cellular module, accelerometer, and the ability to use 3D facial recognition (though neither has an iris scanner). The Pixel, however, does not have infrared sensing capabilities like the X300.

Both the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo X300 are equipped with a video light, which can assist in capturing better images and videos in low-light conditions. Neither phone has sapphire glass displays, curved displays, or e-paper displays, so both phones feature traditional flat displays without the advanced durability or unique characteristics those features provide.

These devices are similar in this category, with both offering the same basic set of features and lacking the more advanced display technologies like sapphire glass or e-paper, which are found on other premium devices.

Overall, the Pixel 10 Pro XL and X300 are on equal footing in this miscellaneous group, with both phones providing a video light but no additional display enhancements like sapphire glass or curved displays.