Redmi 13 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $170 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 39/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 354,158); the Redmi 13 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $599
- Better portability (56/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 354158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1407
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5030 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 47 points higher (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Redmi 13 — 46/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 354158 | 3758268 | |
| 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 | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi 13 by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $429. Redmi 13 was $429 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (94/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (85/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 by 47 points (86/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi 13 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.