Realme V23i vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), 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 main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 515,647); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V23i doesn't; the Realme V23i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme V23i
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Realme V23i better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 207g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme V23i 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 (91/100 vs 40/100). 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 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme V23i (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme V23i | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCD IPS | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- 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 V23i and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Realme V23i by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme V23i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Realme V23i (73/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme V23i or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i by 49 points (84/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V23i and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V23i or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme V23i or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme V23i over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.