Redmi Note 13 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 45/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 13 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 216g).
Redmi Note 13
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 188g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $499
- Better portability (72/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 13 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 37 points higher (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 23/100). Value score: Redmi Note 13 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 90/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (95/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (65/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 13 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 75 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 188 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $499 |
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 13
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 13 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi Note 13 by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $299. Redmi Note 13 was $299 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (95/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (65/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 by 37 points (82/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi Note 13 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi Note 13 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.