Redmi Note 17 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $185 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 50/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 593,849); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Redmi Note 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6150 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $650
- Overall rating 50/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 593849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2328
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 225g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 34 points higher (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi Note 17 — 64/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (99/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 593849 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2328 | 9287 | |
| Display | 7.0" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2396 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| 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 / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi Note 17 by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $465. Redmi Note 17 was $465 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (91/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (99/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 17 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.