{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/vivo-x300-ultra-vs-xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T09:46:01+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Vivo X300 Ultra vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max",
    "answer": "The Vivo X300 Ultra is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 97 against 88 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, battery & charging and memory & storage. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max still wins on value for money, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is the cheaper of the two at PKR 174,999 against PKR 253,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Vivo X300 Ultra",
            "slug": "vivo-x300-ultra",
            "brand": "Vivo",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/vivo/vivo-x300-ultra/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ChatGPT-Image-May-18-2026-10_05_21-AM-1024x717.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 253999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-07-09T04:21:18+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 97.8,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 100,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 100,
                "value": 78.9,
                "overall": 96.9
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "April 30, 2026 (expected in Pakistan)",
                    "Dimensions": "164.3 × 76.4 × 8.5 mm",
                    "Weight": "228 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance."
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.8 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1260 × 2800 pixels (~452 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+",
                    "Protection": "Not officially specified"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (Gen 5)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (up to 4.6 GHz)",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 840",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12 GB / 16 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB (UFS 4.1)",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "200 MP (wide, OIS) + 50 MP periscope telephoto (OIS, 3× optical zoom) + 50 MP ultra-wide",
                    "Selfie camera": "50 MP wide",
                    "Video recording": "4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Ion 6510 mAh (Si-C battery)",
                    "Wired charging": "120W wired, 50W wireless, 10W reverse charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM (IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Ultrasonic under-display fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 3.2, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max",
            "slug": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max",
            "brand": "Redmi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/redmi/xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-10_44_16-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 174999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-11T06:07:20+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 63,
                "camera": 97,
                "battery": 95,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 87.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 87.8
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Expected in 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "163.4 × 78.3 × 8.6 mm",
                    "Weight": "Approximately 229.5 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68-rated protection; exact Xiaomi test conditions to be confirmed"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.83 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1280 × 2772 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Dimensity 7500 — reported",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Mali GPU",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 HyperOS 3"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB / 12GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB / 512GB UFS",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC Slot"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50MP + 8MP — reported OIS, PDAF, HDR, Panorama, LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "32MP",
                    "Video recording": "Up to 4K — reported"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Si/C Li-Ion (Silicon-Carbon) Battery 9210 mAh Non-removable",
                    "Wired charging": "100W wired fast charging Reverse Charging 22.5W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint Sensor Under-display Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity Sensor Compass Ambient Light Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "vivo-x300-ultra",
        "margin": 9.1,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-x300-ultra": 97.8,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 63
                },
                "leader": "vivo-x300-ultra"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-x300-ultra": 98,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 97
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-x300-ultra": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 95
                },
                "leader": "vivo-x300-ultra"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-x300-ultra": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-x300-ultra": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 87.5
                },
                "leader": "vivo-x300-ultra"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-x300-ultra": 78.9,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max costs PKR 79,000 less.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max packs a 2,700 mAh larger battery.",
        "Vivo X300 Ultra charges 20W faster.",
        "Vivo X300 Ultra offers 4 GB more RAM.",
        "Vivo X300 Ultra ships with 512 GB more storage.",
        "Vivo X300 Ultra has a 150 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Vivo X300 Ultra or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Vivo X300 Ultra comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 9.1 points. It wins on performance, battery & charging and memory & storage. Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Vivo X300 Ultra and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Vivo X300 Ultra is listed at PKR 253,999 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max at PKR 174,999. That makes Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max cheaper by PKR 79,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Vivo X300 Ultra or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Vivo X300 Ultra leads on battery. Vivo X300 Ultra carries a 6510 mAh cell and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max a 9210 mAh cell, with 120W and 100W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Vivo X300 Ultra or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Vivo X300 Ultra is the stronger gaming phone here. Vivo X300 Ultra runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (Gen 5) while Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max runs the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 — reported."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}