Nokia 5.3 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Nokia 5.3 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $199 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 23/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 329,457); the Nokia 5.3 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 5.3
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Nokia 5.3 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $650
- Better portability (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 5.3 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 61 points higher (84/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Nokia 5.3 — 8/100, 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 Nokia 5.3 (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (73/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.3 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 5.3 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 5.3
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia 5.3
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 5.3
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 Nokia 5.3 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Nokia 5.3 by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $451. Nokia 5.3 was $451 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (91/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (78/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 (73/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.3 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 5.3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.3 by 61 points (84/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 5.3 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Nokia 5.3 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 5.3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 5.3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 5.3 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.