Huawei nova 3 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Huawei nova 3 (2018) runs on the Hisilicon Kirin 970, 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 32/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3750); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 470,805); the Huawei nova 3 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 3
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Huawei nova 3 better?
- Lighter: 166g vs 207g
- Better portability (87/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 470805
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1617
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3750 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 16/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 3 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 52 points higher (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 3 (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 3 (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 3 (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 3 (73/100 vs 16/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (87/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 3 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Hisilicon Kirin 970 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 470805 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1617 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3750 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 8TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); EMUI 9 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×73.7×7.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 3
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Front: 24MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 3
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 3
- 3750 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 Huawei nova 3 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Huawei nova 3 by 85.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 3 (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 3 (99/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 3 (78/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 3 (73/100 vs 16/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (87/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 3 by 52 points (84/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 3 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Huawei nova 3 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 3 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.