Redmi 15a vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi 15a (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, 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 42/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15a has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 6150); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 639,225); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 15a doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15a
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Redmi 15a better?
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 6150 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $650
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15a vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 42 points higher (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 15a — 64/100, 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 15a (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Redmi 15a are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15a
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15a
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15a
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- 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 15a and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi 15a by 79.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $520. Redmi 15a was $520 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (73/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Redmi 15a are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15a or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 42 points (84/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15a and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi 15a has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15a or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15a or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15a over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.