Nubia Z70S Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 13

The Nubia Z70S Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $600 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 81/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z70S Ultra has the bigger battery (6600 mAh vs 6150); the Nubia Z70S Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,228,937 vs 3,150,555); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 228g).

The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Nubia Z70S Ultra by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Nubia Z70S Ultra

Performance 92
Display 93
Camera 79
Battery 66
Portability 36
Value for money 76

Vivo iQOO 13

Performance 91
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 73
Portability 55
Value for money 82

What makes Nubia Z70S Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3228937 vs 3150555
  • Bigger battery: 6600 vs 6150 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $650

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 78/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?

  • Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
  • Lighter: 207g vs 228g

  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 36/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z70S Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 3 points higher (84/100 vs 81/100). Value score: Nubia Z70S Ultra — 76/100, 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 Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (55/100 vs 36/100).

Nubia Z70S Ultra: The Nubia Z70S Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO 13: The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Nubia Z70S Ultra Vivo iQOO 13
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3228937 3150555
Geekbench Single 3013 3013
Geekbench Multi 9287 9287
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1216x2688 1440x3168
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 6600 mAh 6150 mAh
Charging 80W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB / 24GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China)
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP68
Dimensions 164.3×77.1×8.6 mm 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm
Weight 228 g 207 g
Launch price $600 $650

Camera comparison

Nubia Z70S Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
79
camera

Vivo iQOO 13

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Nubia Z70S Ultra

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1216x2688
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
93
display

Vivo iQOO 13

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Nubia Z70S Ultra

  • 6600 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 7:53 hrs, total 22:56 hrs
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
66
battery

Vivo iQOO 13

  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Nubia Z70S Ultra and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nubia Z70S Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
81/100
3228937 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 13 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
84/100 -2.5%
3150555 AnTuTu

Nubia Z70S Ultra leads Vivo iQOO 13 by 2.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Nubia Z70S Ultra

$600

Vivo iQOO 13

$650

Launch price difference: $50. Nubia Z70S Ultra was $50 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (55/100 vs 36/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Nubia Z70S Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Nubia Z70S Ultra by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Nubia Z70S Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.

Should you choose the Nubia Z70S Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Nubia Z70S Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.