ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1099 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 2,313,311); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 8
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 2313311
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Lighter: 207g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $1099
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 8 — 52/100, 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (55/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 8 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2313311 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $650 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
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 8 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 by 26.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Vivo iQOO 13 was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (55/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 8 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 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.