Honor X5c Plus vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Honor X5c Plus (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 36/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5260); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 358,608); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X5c Plus doesn't; the Honor X5c Plus is noticeably lighter (186g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X5c Plus
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Honor X5c Plus better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 207g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5260 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X5c Plus vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 48 points higher (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X5c Plus (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X5c Plus (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X5c Plus (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Honor X5c Plus (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X5c Plus is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X5c Plus | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" TFT LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5260 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, MagicOS 9 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.0×77.0×7.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Honor X5c Plus
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Honor X5c Plus
- 6.7" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X5c Plus
- 5260 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- 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 X5c Plus and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Honor X5c Plus by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Honor X5c Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X5c Plus (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X5c Plus (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X5c Plus (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Honor X5c Plus (73/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X5c Plus is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X5c Plus or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X5c Plus by 48 points (84/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X5c Plus and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Honor X5c Plus has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X5c Plus or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X5c Plus or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Honor X5c Plus over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.