Fairphone 3+ vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $489 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 26/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 243,691); the Fairphone 3+ is noticeably lighter (189g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 3+
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Fairphone 3+ better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $489 vs $650
- Overall rating 26/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 243691
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 295
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1037
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3040 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 58 points higher (84/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Fairphone 3+ — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (91/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Fairphone 3+ | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 632 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 243691 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 295 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1037 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3040 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $489 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Fairphone 3+
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Fairphone 3+
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Fairphone 3+
- 3040 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 Fairphone 3+ and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Fairphone 3+ by 92.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $161. Fairphone 3+ was $161 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (91/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (73/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 58 points (84/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Fairphone 3+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.