Realme Q5i vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Realme Q5i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, 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 36/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 569,913); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Q5i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Q5i
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Realme Q5i better?
- Overall rating 36/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Q5i vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 48 points higher (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme Q5i (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme Q5i (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme Q5i (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme Q5i (73/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Q5i | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Realme Q5i
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Q5i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Q5i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Q5i and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Realme Q5i by 81.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme Q5i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme Q5i (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme Q5i (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme Q5i (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme Q5i (73/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Q5i or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme Q5i by 48 points (84/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Q5i and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Realme Q5i has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Q5i or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Q5i or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme Q5i over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.