Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 77/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,150,555).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3150555
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $1199
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 7 points higher (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 64/100, 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). 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 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (73/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- 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 18 Pro and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads Vivo iQOO 13 by 12.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Vivo iQOO 13 was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
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 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (73/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.