Redmi Note 13 vs Vivo iQOO 15

The Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 13 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13
Performance 33
Display 85
Camera 23
Battery 66
Portability 72
Value for money 52
Vivo iQOO 15
Performance 94
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 85
Portability 48
Value for money 84
What makes Redmi Note 13 better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $599

  • Better portability (72/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1396
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 23/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi Note 13 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; 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 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (78/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).

Redmi Note 13: The Redmi Note 13 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO 15: The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 13 Vivo iQOO 15
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 467392 3740528
Geekbench Single 466 3041
Geekbench Multi 1396 9494
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 100W
Wireless charging 40W
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
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 6000 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm
Weight 188 g 215 g
Launch price $200 $599
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 16MP
23
camera
Vivo iQOO 15
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Vivo iQOO 15
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Vivo iQOO 15
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
85
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 13 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 13 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
45/100
467392 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
86/100 +87.5%
3740528 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi Note 13 by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 13
$200
Vivo iQOO 15
$599

Launch price difference: $399. Redmi Note 13 was $399 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (94/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (78/100 vs 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (85/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13 and the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Redmi Note 13 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 23/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13 over the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Redmi Note 13 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.