vivo X100 Ultra vs vivo X90 Pro+
Compare vivo X100 Ultra vs vivo X90 Pro+ side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5500mAh vs 5500mAh…
vivo
X100 Ultra
$1,099
11categories won
vivo
X90 Pro+
$999
4categories won
7 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
vivo X100 Ultra takes the overall win
The vivo X100 Ultra claims the overall win over the vivo X90 Pro+, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the X100 Ultra leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the X100 Ultra. Choose the X100 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the X90 Pro+ if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
X100 Ultra wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 80W fast charging.
X100 Ultra leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 16GB RAM.
X100 Ultra wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.7x dedicated optical zoom.
X90 Pro+ wins on budget and value at $999 compared to $1099.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
X100 Ultra vs X90 Pro+: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | X100 Ultra | X90 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 | 1440 x 3200 |
| Pixel density | 518 ppi | 518 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3000 nitsWinner | 1800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | X100 Ultra | X90 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,180,000Winner | 1,610,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 6980Winner | 5240 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | X100 Ultra | X90 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 4Winner |
| Optical zoom | 3.7xWinner | 3.5x |
| Ultrawide | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 32 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps, 4K at 120fps Dolby Vision | 8K at 30fps, 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision |
Battery and charging
| Specification | X100 Ultra | X90 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAh | 5,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 80 WWinner | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | 30 W | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | X100 Ultra | X90 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 229 g | 221 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.2 mmWinner | 9.7 mm |
| Water resistance | IP69 | IP68 |
| Build | Titanium alloy frame, Armor Glass front, AG matte glass back | Ceramic skylight Skyline ribbon, eco-friendly grained vegan leather back, aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | X100 Ultra | X90 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | X100 Ultra | X90 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,099 | $999Winner |
vivo X100 Ultra
The vivo X100 Ultra—dubbed the "Thanos" of camera phones—unleashes the largest telephoto sensor ever fitted to a smartphone: a gargantuan 1/1.4-inch 200MP Samsung HP9 Zeiss APO periscope, paired with a 1-inch Sony LYT-900 gimbal sensor and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
vivo X90 Pro+
The vivo X90 Pro+ cemented itself in smartphone history as the apex mobile imaging powerhouse, brandishing a massive 1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor, dual telephoto lenses, bespoke V2 imaging silicon, and ZEISS T* optics.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh