Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 64/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 1,746,199); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 207g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1746199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 20 points higher (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 38/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (73/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1746199 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 44.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
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 Flip5 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (73/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 20 points (84/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.