Realme C33 vs Vivo iQOO 13

The Realme C33 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, 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 35/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C33 doesn't; the Realme C33 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 207g).

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 by 49 points (84/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C33
Performance 16
Display 39
Camera
Battery 66
Portability 64
Value for money
Vivo iQOO 13
Performance 92
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 73
Portability 55
Value for money 80
What makes Realme C33 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 207g

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 360
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1250
  • Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C33 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 49 points higher (84/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 (92/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C33 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Realme C33: The Realme C33 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO 13: The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C33 Vivo iQOO 13
Processor Unisoc Tiger T612 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3119308
Geekbench Single 360 3041
Geekbench Multi 1250 9494
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1440x3168
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6150 mAh
Charging 120W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, Realme UI S Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China)
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.2×75.7×8.3 mm 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm
Weight 187 g 207 g
Launch price $650
Camera comparison
Realme C33
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
camera
Vivo iQOO 13
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Realme C33
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Realme C33
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C33
Price unknown
Vivo iQOO 13
$650
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 (92/100 vs 16/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 (99/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C33 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C33 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 by 49 points (84/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Realme C33 and the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Realme C33 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.

Which is more powerful: the Realme C33 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 16/100).

Should you choose the Realme C33 over the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Realme C33 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.