Redmi 13 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $170 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 354,158); the Redmi 13 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $840
- Better portability (56/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 354158
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1407
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5030 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Redmi 13 — 46/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 354158 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 405 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1407 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 8400 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi 13 by 93.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $670. Redmi 13 was $670 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (100/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (90/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi 13 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.