ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 61/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 1,227,639); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1227639
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Lighter: 207g vs 238g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 23 points higher (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 — 36/100, 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 ASUS ROG Phone 5 (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (55/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1227639 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $650 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
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 ASUS ROG Phone 5 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 61.0% 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (91/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (55/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 23 points (84/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.