Realme 15T vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Realme 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $250 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 50/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15T has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 581,041); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15T doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15T
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Realme 15T better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6150 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $650
- Overall rating 50/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15T vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 34 points higher (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 15T — 50/100, 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 Realme 15T (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme 15T (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 15T (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15T | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.2×7.8 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 15T
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15T
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- 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 15T and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Realme 15T by 81.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Realme 15T was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 15T (91/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme 15T (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 15T (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15T or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 15T by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15T and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Realme 15T has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15T or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15T or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15T over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.