Honor X8b vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Honor X8b (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, 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 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 424,216); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X8b doesn't; the Honor X8b is noticeably lighter (166g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8b
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Honor X8b better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 166g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $650
- Better portability (92/100 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 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 35W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8b vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). 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 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Honor X8b — 40/100, 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 X8b (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Honor X8b (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (73/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8b | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MagicOS 7.2 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×74.6×6.8 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8b
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Honor X8b
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8b
- 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 X8b and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Honor X8b by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Honor X8b was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (99/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Honor X8b (78/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (73/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8b or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8b and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Honor X8b has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8b or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8b or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8b over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.