Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 65/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3095); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 1,413,275).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 207g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3095 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 19 points higher (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro — 40/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (73/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3095 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.7 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 3095 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Apple iPhone 13 Pro by 55.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Vivo iQOO 13 was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (73/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 13 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.