Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 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 62/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6150); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 919,158).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Realme 16 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6150 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $650
- Better portability (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 919158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 22 points higher (84/100 vs 62/100). 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 53/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro — 74/100, 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 16 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 919158 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- 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 16 Pro and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Realme 16 Pro by 70.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Realme 16 Pro was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro by 22 points (84/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.