Redmi Note 13R vs Vivo iQOO 15T

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. 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 5030); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 37 points (82/100 vs 45/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi Note 13R

Performance —
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 47
Portability 54
Value for money —

Vivo iQOO 15T

Performance 97
Display 99
Camera 65
Battery 75
Portability 44
Value for money 86

What makes Redmi Note 13R better?

  • Lighter: 205g vs 216g

  • Better portability (54/100 vs 44/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?

  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 37 points higher (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi Note 13R Vivo iQOO 15T
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu — 4704310
Geekbench Single — 3293
Geekbench Multi — 10243
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 550 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm —
Weight 205 g 216 g
Launch price — $499

Camera comparison

Redmi Note 13R

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera

Vivo iQOO 15T

  • Main: 200MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
65
camera

Display comparison

Redmi Note 13R

  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display

Vivo iQOO 15T

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Redmi Note 13R

  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
47
battery

Vivo iQOO 15T

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi Note 13R

Price unknown

Vivo iQOO 15T

$499

Detailed category analysis

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (99/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (65/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (75/100 vs 47/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 37 points (82/100 vs 45/100).

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

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.

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

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).

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

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