Apple iPhone 17 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 76/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Lighter: 177g vs 207g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 8 points higher (84/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (73/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
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 17 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 31.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Vivo iQOO 13 was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (73/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.