Realme 5 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Realme 5 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, 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 28/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 329,457); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 5 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO 13 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 5
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Realme 5 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 207g
- Overall rating 28/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 56 points higher (84/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5 (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5 (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5 (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 5 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.6×9.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Realme 5
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 5
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 5 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Realme 5 by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5 (91/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5 (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5 (78/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5 (73/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5 by 56 points (84/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 5 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Realme 5 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Realme 5 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.