Redmi 13C vs Vivo iQOO 13

The Redmi 13C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $130 and $650. 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 Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 346,495); the Redmi 13C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 48 points (84/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C
Performance 29
Display 48
Camera 13
Battery 66
Portability 68
Value for money 52
Vivo iQOO 13
Performance 92
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 73
Portability 55
Value for money 80
What makes Redmi 13C better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 207g
  • Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $650

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1364
  • Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C 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 (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Redmi 13C — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (99/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 13C: The Redmi 13C is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO 13: The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 13C Vivo iQOO 13
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 346495 3119308
Geekbench Single 420 3041
Geekbench Multi 1364 9494
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3168
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6150 mAh
Charging 120W
DXOMark (camera) 63
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China)
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm
Weight 192 g 207 g
Launch price $130 $650
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
13
camera
Vivo iQOO 13
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
48
display
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 13C and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 13C MediaTek Helio G85
36/100
346495 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 13 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
84/100 +88.9%
3119308 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi 13C by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 13C
$130
Vivo iQOO 13
$650

Launch price difference: $520. Redmi 13C was $520 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (92/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (99/100 vs 48/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (78/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 48 points (84/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 13C and the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Redmi 13C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 13C over the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Redmi 13C is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.