Honor X8 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Honor X8 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $260 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 38/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 424,216); the Honor X8 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Honor X8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $650
- Better portability (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 5W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 46 points higher (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Honor X8 — 24/100, 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 X8 (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (73/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Magic UI 4.2, Google Play Services | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×74.7×7.5 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Honor X8
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- 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 X8 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Honor X8 by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $390. Honor X8 was $390 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (73/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 by 46 points (84/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Honor X8 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.