Unveiling the vivo X300: A Comprehensive Review
A Display That Demands Attention
The vivo X300 boasts an impressive 6.31-inch LTPO OLED display, a direct upgrade from the X200 Pro mini. With a resolution of 1,216×2,640px and a pixel density of 460ppi, it offers a crisp and vibrant visual experience. The 10-bit color depth and HDR10+ support enhance the viewing experience, promising peak brightness of up to 4,500 nits. Our tests revealed impressive results, with brightness levels exceeding 2,000 nits for a 75% white swatch and over 2,650 nits for a 10% white window. The manual brightness settings vary, but the display consistently delivers a bright and immersive viewing experience.
Dynamic Refresh Rate: A Smart Feature
The vivo X300’s screen supports a dynamic refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz. Users can choose between three settings: Smart, Standard, and High. All three options dynamically adjust the refresh rate, dropping to 1Hz when the screen is idle. The Standard setting caps the refresh rate at 60Hz, while the Smart setting utilizes 90Hz and even 60Hz for certain apps. The screen’s ability to adapt to content is seamless and efficient, ensuring a smooth and responsive user experience.
HDR Support: Enhancing Visuals
The X300 supports HDR10 and HDR10+ standards, offering an enhanced visual experience. The Netflix app recognizes the device’s HDR10 capability, allowing users to enjoy HDR content in FullHD. YouTube also serves HDR clips where available, further enriching the viewing experience.
Battery Life: A Global Difference
The vivo X300 boasts an impressive 6,040mAh battery capacity, except in Europe, where it is reduced to 5360mAh. This difference is due to a global standard called UN 38.3, which considers lithium-ion cells above 20Wh as “dangerous goods.” European carriers follow stricter rules for transporting such batteries, leading to additional costs and complications. As a result, smartphone manufacturers often opt for reduced battery capacities in the European market. However, Asian carriers accept higher capacities without extra requirements, allowing manufacturers to ship larger batteries to these markets.
Our review unit, sourced from the Asian market, showcases the benefits of a larger battery. The vivo X300 achieved an impressive Active Use Score of 17 hours and 31 minutes, excelling in various tests, including calls, web browsing, video streaming, and gaming.
Charging Speed: Rapid and Efficient
The vivo X300 supports rapid charging, with up to 90W wired and 40W wireless charging capabilities. It also offers reverse wired and wireless charging. The included 90W FlashCharge power adapter is a game-changer, charging the X300 from 0% to 37% in just 15 minutes. In 48 minutes, the battery is fully charged, an impressive feat considering its large capacity. We also tested with a 67W Baseus USB PD charger, achieving similar results: 35% in 15 minutes, 63% in 30 minutes, and a full charge in 50 minutes.
The vivo X300 offers useful battery charging options. The charging limit feature allows users to set a cap between 70% and 100%, prolonging battery lifespan by reducing charging cycles. Bypass charging prioritizes system power when recharging after 20%, reducing heat generation and potential performance issues. Users can also turn on/off fast charging to manage battery temperature.
Speakers: Loud and Clear
The vivo X300 features a pair of stereo speakers, with a larger bottom speaker and the earpiece doubling as an additional speaker. Our tests revealed a Very Good rating for loudness. While the sound quality is average, with decent vocals and bass, the high-frequency range could be improved. The stereo effect is well-executed, with each speaker delivering its respective channel and seamlessly swapping depending on the orientation.
Listen to the phone’s sample recordings using the Playback controls (headphones recommended). We measure speaker loudness in LUFS, with a lower absolute value indicating a louder sound. The frequency response chart reveals how the bass, treble, and mid frequencies deviate from the ideal “0db” flat line. Compare the X300’s audio performance with other devices using our testing methodology (https://m.gsmarena.com/gsmarenalabtests-review-751p7.php).
The vivo X300 is a powerful device, offering an immersive display, efficient battery life, and rapid charging. Its audio performance could be enhanced, but overall, it delivers a solid user experience. What do you think? Is the X300 a worthy addition to the smartphone market? Share your thoughts in the comments!