Realme 12 Lite vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Realme 12 Lite (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 42/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 476,175); the Realme 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Lite
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Realme 12 Lite better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 207g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 42 points higher (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Lite | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.4×7.6 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Realme 12 Lite and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Realme 12 Lite by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12 Lite
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (73/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite by 42 points (84/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Lite and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Realme 12 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Lite over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.