Poco F3 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Poco F3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $370 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 54/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 998,482).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F3
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Poco F3 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $650
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 998482
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4520 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F3 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 30 points higher (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Poco F3 — 40/100, 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 Poco F3 (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (73/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F3 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 998482 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4520 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.4×7.8 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Poco F3
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F3
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F3
- 4520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 Poco F3 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Poco F3 by 68.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. Poco F3 was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (78/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (73/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 by 30 points (84/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F3 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Poco F3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Poco F3 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.