Realme 5i vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Realme 5i (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 27/100 (a 57-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 5i doesn't; the Vivo iQOO 13 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 5i
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Realme 5i better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 207g
- Overall rating 27/100
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 13/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 5i vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 57 points higher (84/100 vs 27/100). 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 13/100). 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 5i (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5i (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5i (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5i (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 5i | 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 | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), planned upgrade to Android 10.0; ColorOS 6 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.0×9.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Realme 5i
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 5i
- 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 5i
- 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 5i and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Realme 5i by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 5i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5i (91/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5i (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5i (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5i (73/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 5i or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 5i by 57 points (84/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 5i and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Realme 5i has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 5i or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 5i or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Realme 5i over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.