Poco X8 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $389 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 55/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 has the bigger battery (8340 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 829,894); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8340 vs 6150 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $389 vs $650
- Overall rating 55/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 223g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 29 points higher (84/100 vs 55/100). 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 35/100). Value score: Poco X8 — 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 X8 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco X8 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Poco X8 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco X8 (55/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $389 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- 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 X8 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Poco X8 by 73.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $261. Poco X8 was $261 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco X8 (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Poco X8 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Poco X8 (55/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 by 29 points (84/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Poco X8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.