Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs Vivo iQOO 13

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 47/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,119,714); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 207g).

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 37 points (84/100 vs 47/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Performance 63
Display 82
Camera 16
Battery 19
Portability 76
Value for money 6
Vivo iQOO 13
Performance 92
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 73
Portability 55
Value for money 80
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
  • Lighter: 183g vs 207g

  • Better portability (76/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1119714
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1488
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3373
  • Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 37 points higher (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 6/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; 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 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (92/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (78/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (73/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (76/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users.
Vivo iQOO 13: The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Vivo iQOO 13
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1119714 3119308
Geekbench Single 1488 3041
Geekbench Multi 3373 9494
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2640x1080 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3300 mAh 6150 mAh
Charging 15W 120W
Wireless charging 10W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11 Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China)
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm
Weight 183 g 207 g
Launch price $999 $650
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
16
camera
Vivo iQOO 13
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2640x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • 3300 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 10W
19
battery
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
47/100
1119714 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 13 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
84/100 +64.1%
3119308 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 64.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
$999
Vivo iQOO 13
$650

Launch price difference: $349. Vivo iQOO 13 was $349 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (92/100 vs 63/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (99/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (78/100 vs 16/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (73/100 vs 19/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (76/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 37 points (84/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 16/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 63/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.