Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 65/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3095); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,413,275).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 216g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3095 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 17 points higher (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro — 40/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3095 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 204 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Apple iPhone 13 Pro by 70.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Vivo iQOO 15T was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (75/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 13 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.