Apple iPhone Air vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, 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 75/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9287
- Lighter: 165g vs 207g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 9 points higher (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Air and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (92/100 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 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (73/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- 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 Air and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Apple iPhone Air by 19.4% 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 Apple iPhone Air and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (92/100 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 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (73/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.