Honor 9 Lite vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 15/100 (a 69-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9 Lite doesn't; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9 Lite
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Honor 9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $650
- Better portability (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 9 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 69 points higher (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Honor 9 Lite — 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 Honor 9 Lite (91/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (88/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- 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
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Honor 9 Lite was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (91/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (73/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (88/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 69 points (84/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 Lite over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.