Redmi A5 4G vs Vivo iQOO 13

The Redmi A5 4G (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 35/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A5 4G doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G by 49 points (84/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5 4G
Performance 32
Display 55
Camera 20
Battery 48
Portability
Value for money
Vivo iQOO 13
Performance 92
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 73
Portability 55
Value for money 80
What makes Redmi A5 4G better?

  • Overall rating 35/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 600
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1800
  • Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A5 4G vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 49 points higher (84/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 32/100). 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 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (73/100 vs 48/100).

Redmi A5 4G: The Redmi A5 4G 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 A5 4G Vivo iQOO 13
Processor Unisoc T7250 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3119308
Geekbench Single 600 3041
Geekbench Multi 1800 9494
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1640 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 6150 mAh
Charging 18W 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 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China)
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm
Weight 207 g
Launch price $650
Camera comparison
Redmi A5 4G
  • Main: 32MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera
Vivo iQOO 13
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A5 4G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A5 4G
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A5 4G
Price unknown
Vivo iQOO 13
$650
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (92/100 vs 32/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (99/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (78/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (73/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 4G or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G by 49 points (84/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A5 4G and the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Redmi A5 4G has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 4G or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 4G or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A5 4G over the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Redmi A5 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.