Redmi 6A vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi 6A (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $90 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 17/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 155,362); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 6A doesn't; the Redmi 6A is noticeably lighter (145g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 6A
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Redmi 6A better?
- Lighter: 145g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $650
- Better portability (80/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 6A vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 67 points higher (84/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 6A — 26/100, 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 6A (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 6A | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 145 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 6A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 6A
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 6A
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
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 6A and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi 6A by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $560. Redmi 6A was $560 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (91/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (73/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 6A or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A by 67 points (84/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 6A and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi 6A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 6A or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 6A or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 6A over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.