Huawei Pura X Max vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1520 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 70/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5300); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 2,107,301); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Better portability (58/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 2107301
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6200
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5300 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $1520
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 14 points higher (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (73/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 9287 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
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 Pura X Max and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Huawei Pura X Max by 33.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $870. Vivo iQOO 13 was $870 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (78/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (73/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the Huawei Pura X Max — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.