Xiaomi 14 vs. vivo X100 Pro: A Deep Dive into Android Flagship Performance

The Xiaomi 14 and vivo X100 Pro represent the pinnacle of Android smartphone engineering, arriving with cutting-edge chipsets and ambitious camera systems. While both aim for the top spot, they take distinctly different approaches. The Xiaomi 14 leverages Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the vivo X100 Pro champions MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300. This comparison dissects these key differences to determine which device delivers the best overall experience.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For the average user prioritizing raw performance and a slightly more refined software experience, the Xiaomi 14 emerges as the winner. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 offers a consistent edge in demanding tasks, and the 90W charging is remarkably efficient. However, the vivo X100 Pro’s superior display brightness and potentially more versatile camera system make it a strong contender for photography enthusiasts.

PHONES
Phone Names Xiaomi 14 vivo X100 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 - International1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66 - International
5G bands1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Launch
Announced2023, October 262023, November 13
StatusAvailable. Released 2023, November 01Available. Released 2023, November 21
Body
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back or silicone polymer back, aluminum frameGlass front, aluminum frame, glass back
Dimensions152.8 x 71.5 x 8.2 mm or 8.3 mm164.1 x 75.3 x 8.9 mm or 9.1 mm
SIM· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight188 g or 193 g (6.63 oz)221 g or 225 g (7.80 oz)
Display
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass Victus-
Resolution1200 x 2670 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)1260 x 2800 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~452 ppi density)
Size6.36 inches, 97.6 cm2 (~89.3% screen-to-body ratio)6.78 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~90.2% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeLTPO OLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 1000 nits (typ), 3000 nits (peak)LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000 nits (peak)
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)Octa-core (1x3.25 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A720)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)Mediatek Dimensity 9300 (4 nm)
GPUAdreno 750Immortalis-G720 MC12
OSAndroid 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 1.1Android 14, upgradable to Android 15, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 4 (China)
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM
Main Camera
FeaturesLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Leica lens, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, LED flash, panorama, HDR, 3D LUT import
Triple50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.0, 75mm (telephoto), PDAF (10cm - ∞), OIS, 3.2x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 115˚ (ultrawide)50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/0.98", 1.6µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.5, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.51", 0.7µm, PDAF (18cm - ∞), OIS, 4.3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, 15mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF
Video8K@24fps (HDR), 4K@24/30/60fps (HDR10+, 10-bit Dolby Vision HDR, 10-bit LOG), 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, 720p@1920fps, gyro-EIS8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesHDR, panoramaHDR
Single32 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 0.7µm32 MP, f/2.0, 20mm (ultrawide)
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Sound
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
Comms
Bluetooth5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LHDC5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC
Infrared portYesYes
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 3.2, OTGUSB Type-C 3.2, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass, barometerFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery
Charging90W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 31 min 50W wireless, 100% in 46 min 10W reverse wireless100W wired, 50% in 14 min 50W wireless Reverse wired
TypeLi-Po 4610 mAhLi-Ion 5400 mAh
Misc
ColorsBlack, White, Jade Green, PinkStartrail Blue, Asteroid Black, Sunset Orange, White
Models23127PN0CC, 23127PN0CGV2324A, V2309
Price€ 527.07 / $ 342.37 / ₹ 59,999₹ 59,999
SAR EU1.00 W/kg (head)     0.99 W/kg (body)0.99 W/kg (head)     1.19 W/kg (body)

Xiaomi 14

  • Superior single-core and gaming performance with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
  • Efficient 90W wired and 50W wireless charging
  • Potentially more streamlined software experience

  • Lower peak display brightness compared to vivo X100 Pro
  • Camera system details are limited in the provided data

vivo X100 Pro

  • Brighter display for better outdoor visibility
  • Potentially more versatile camera system with advanced features
  • Faster initial charging speed with 100W wired

  • Dimensity 9300 may exhibit more thermal throttling under sustained load
  • Software experience may be less refined than Xiaomi's MIUI

Display Comparison

The vivo X100 Pro boasts a brighter display, reaching a measured 1472 nits compared to the Xiaomi 14’s 1175 nits. This translates to superior visibility under direct sunlight. While both likely employ LTPO technology for adaptive refresh rates (not explicitly stated, but standard for this class), the X100 Pro’s higher peak brightness is a clear advantage for outdoor use. The Xiaomi 14’s display, while excellent, doesn’t quite match the X100 Pro’s vibrancy and readability in challenging lighting conditions.

Camera Comparison

The context data highlights the vivo X100 Pro’s focus on photography and videography, though specific sensor details are missing. The inclusion of 'Photo / Video' as a feature suggests a more comprehensive camera experience. While the Xiaomi 14 is undoubtedly capable, the X100 Pro’s likely larger main sensor (based on vivo’s history) and advanced image processing algorithms could yield superior image quality, particularly in low-light scenarios. The absence of details on the Xiaomi 14’s camera system makes a direct comparison difficult, but the X100 Pro’s emphasis on camera features positions it as the stronger choice for serious photographers.

Performance

Both phones utilize a 4nm process, but the chipset architectures differ significantly. The Xiaomi 14’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 features a 1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 prime core, complemented by 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 cores, 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 cores, and 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A520 cores. The vivo X100 Pro’s Dimensity 9300 employs a 1x3.25 GHz Cortex-X4 prime core, but notably includes *three* additional 2.85 GHz Cortex-X4 performance cores, alongside 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A720 cores. This configuration suggests the Dimensity 9300 prioritizes sustained multi-core performance, potentially benefiting video editing and other heavily threaded tasks. However, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3’s more efficient core arrangement and Qualcomm’s Adreno GPU typically deliver a stronger single-core and gaming experience. Thermal management will be crucial; the Dimensity 9300’s four X4 cores could generate more heat under prolonged load.

Battery Life

Both devices exhibit remarkably similar battery life, with the Xiaomi 14 achieving 13:56h of active use and the vivo X100 Pro managing 13:53h. This suggests efficient power management on both sides. However, the charging speeds differ. The Xiaomi 14 supports 90W wired charging, reaching 100% in 31 minutes, alongside 50W wireless charging (46 minutes). The vivo X100 Pro boasts 100W wired charging, claiming 50% charge in just 14 minutes, and 50W wireless. While the Xiaomi 14’s charging is fast, the vivo X100 Pro’s quicker initial charge and potentially faster overall charging cycle provide a slight convenience advantage.

Buying Guide

Buy the Xiaomi 14 if you need uncompromising gaming performance, a streamlined user interface, and fast charging speeds. It’s the ideal choice for power users who demand responsiveness and efficiency. Buy the vivo X100 Pro if you prioritize display quality, are a dedicated mobile photographer, and appreciate a unique camera-centric feature set. It caters to those who value visual fidelity and creative control.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Dimensity 9300 in the vivo X100 Pro suffer from significant thermal throttling during extended gaming sessions?
The Dimensity 9300's four Cortex-X4 cores, while powerful, have the potential to generate more heat than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's configuration. While vivo likely employs advanced cooling solutions, prolonged gaming at maximum settings could lead to some throttling, potentially impacting sustained performance. Real-world testing is needed to quantify the extent of this throttling.
❓ How does the 100W charging on the vivo X100 Pro compare to the 90W charging on the Xiaomi 14 in terms of real-world usability?
The vivo X100 Pro’s 100W charging is notably faster in the initial stages, reaching 50% charge in just 14 minutes. While the Xiaomi 14’s 90W charging is still very quick, the X100 Pro offers a more significant time saving for users who frequently need a quick power boost. Both phones fully charge relatively quickly, but the X100 Pro provides a faster top-up option.
❓ Is the difference in display brightness between the Xiaomi 14 and vivo X100 Pro noticeable in everyday use?
The 300+ nit difference in peak brightness is most noticeable outdoors under direct sunlight. The vivo X100 Pro’s brighter display will remain more readable in these conditions. Indoors, the difference is less pronounced, but the X100 Pro’s superior brightness contributes to a more vibrant and immersive viewing experience overall.