Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $270 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 41/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9 Pro
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $650
- Overall rating 41/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5020 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 209g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 43 points higher (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi Note 9 Pro — 28/100, 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 9 Pro (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- 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 9 Pro and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi Note 9 Pro by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $380. Redmi Note 9 Pro was $380 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (73/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro by 43 points (84/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.