ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 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 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5800); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 3,136,217); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 9287
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 3136217
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Lighter: 207g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 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 42/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 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 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (55/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | 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 | 227 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $650 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 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 9 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads ASUS ROG Phone 9 by 0.5% 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 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 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (55/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 9 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 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.