Redmi Note 10S vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $250 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 534,895); the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 207g).
Redmi Note 10S
Vivo iQOO 13
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $650
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 534895
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 673
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1881
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Note 10S — 42/100, 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 Note 10S (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 10S | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 534895 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 673 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1881 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 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 | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $650 |
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 10S and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi Note 10S by 82.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $400. Redmi Note 10S was $400 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (73/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10S and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10S over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.