Sony Xperia E5 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Sony Xperia E5 (2016) runs on the MT6735, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 22/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 2300); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Sony Xperia E5 is noticeably lighter (147g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia E5
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Sony Xperia E5 better?
- Lighter: 147g vs 207g
- Better portability (81/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 2300 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia E5 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 62 points higher (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (73/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia E5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (81/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia E5 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MT6735 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1280 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2300 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 1.5GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 144.0×69.0×8.2 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 147 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia E5
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia E5
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia E5
- 2300 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
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sony Xperia E5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (99/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 (73/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia E5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (81/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia E5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia E5 by 62 points (84/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia E5 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Sony Xperia E5 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia E5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia E5 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.