Nubia Z60 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Nubia Z60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 75/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 2,527,231); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z60 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Nubia Z60 Ultra better?
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $650
- Overall rating 75/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 2527231
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 226g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z60 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 9 points higher (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Nubia Z60 Ultra — 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Z60 Ultra (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Z60 Ultra (55/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z60 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2527231 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x1116 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.4×8.8 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- 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 Z60 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Nubia Z60 Ultra by 19.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Nubia Z60 Ultra was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Z60 Ultra (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Z60 Ultra (55/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z60 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Nubia Z60 Ultra by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z60 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Nubia Z60 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z60 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z60 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Nubia Z60 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.