Poco M8 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $209 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 5520); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 837,903); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $209 vs $650
- Better portability (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 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 55/100). 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 54/100). Value score: Poco M8 — 66/100, 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 M8 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 837903 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- 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 Poco M8 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Poco M8 by 73.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $441. Poco M8 was $441 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (73/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 30 points (84/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.