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).
Redmi Note 13
Vivo iQOO 15
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $599
- Better portability (72/100 vs 48/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 13
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Redmi Note 13 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi Note 13 by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $399. Redmi Note 13 was $399 cheaper at launch.
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).
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.