Redmi Note 13 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 46/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 13 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Better portability (72/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 13 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi Note 13 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; 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 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (78/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (72/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 13 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 75 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 13 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Redmi Note 13 by 89.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Redmi Note 13 was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (99/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (78/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (92/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (72/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 by 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 13 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.