Honor 90 Lite vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Honor 90 Lite (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6020, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $250 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 39/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 100 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 530,583); the Honor 90 Lite is noticeably lighter (179g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 90 Lite
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Honor 90 Lite better?
- Better main camera: 100MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $650
- Better portability (76/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 530583
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2032
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 35W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 90 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 45 points higher (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Honor 90 Lite — 28/100, 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 90 Lite (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 90 Lite (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 90 Lite (78/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 90 Lite (73/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 90 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (76/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 90 Lite | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 530583 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 724 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2032 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 73 | — | |
| Main camera | 100 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×74.5×7.5 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Honor 90 Lite
- Main: 100MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Honor 90 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 90 Lite
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- 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 Honor 90 Lite and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Honor 90 Lite by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Honor 90 Lite was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 90 Lite (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 90 Lite (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 90 Lite (78/100 vs 21/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 90 Lite (73/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 90 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (76/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 90 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor 90 Lite by 45 points (84/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 90 Lite and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Honor 90 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 90 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 21/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 90 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Honor 90 Lite over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.