Redmi 13 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $170 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 39/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 354,158).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Redmi 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $650
- Better portability (56/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 354158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1407
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5030 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 45 points higher (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Redmi 13 — 46/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (73/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 354158 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 405 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1407 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13
- 5030 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 Redmi 13 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi 13 by 88.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $480. Redmi 13 was $480 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (73/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 by 45 points (84/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi 13 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.