Redmi Note 13R vs Vivo iQOO 16

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5030); the Redmi Note 13R is noticeably lighter (205g vs 223g).

The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi Note 13R

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

Vivo iQOO 16

Performance 100
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 90
Portability 42
Value for money 92

What makes Redmi Note 13R better?

  • Lighter: 205g vs 223g

  • Better portability (54/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?

  • Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).

Vivo iQOO 16: The Vivo iQOO 16 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 16
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
AnTuTu — 5498720
Geekbench Single — 4327
Geekbench Multi — 12873
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 8400 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 17
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 6000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm
Weight 205 g 223 g
Launch price — $840

Camera comparison

Redmi Note 13R

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

Vivo iQOO 16

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Redmi Note 13R

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

Vivo iQOO 16

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Redmi Note 13R

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

Vivo iQOO 16

  • 8400 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
90
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi Note 13R

Price unknown

Vivo iQOO 16

$840

Detailed category analysis

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (99/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (78/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (90/100 vs 47/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.