Nubia Air vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, 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 51/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $650
- Better portability (90/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 33 points higher (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, 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 Nubia Air (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Air (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Air (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (90/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Nubia Air and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Nubia Air by 79.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $451. Nubia Air was $451 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Air (99/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Air (73/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (90/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 33 points (84/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.