Honor X9 5G vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Honor X9 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, 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 46/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 592,015); the Honor X9 5G is noticeably lighter (189g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X9 5G
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Honor X9 5G better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 207g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X9 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 38 points higher (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X9 5G (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X9 5G (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X9 5G (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Honor X9 5G (73/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X9 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X9 5G | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Magic UI 4.2 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×75.8×8.1 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Honor X9 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Honor X9 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X9 5G
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- 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 X9 5G and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Honor X9 5G by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Honor X9 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X9 5G (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X9 5G (99/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X9 5G (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Honor X9 5G (73/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X9 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X9 5G or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Honor X9 5G by 38 points (84/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X9 5G and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Honor X9 5G has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X9 5G or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X9 5G or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Honor X9 5G over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.