Sony Xperia Pro vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Sony Xperia Pro (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $2499 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 42/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 978,910); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia Pro
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Sony Xperia Pro better?
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 978910
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $2499
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 28/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 42 points higher (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Sony Xperia Pro — 0/100, 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 Sony Xperia Pro (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (73/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (55/100 vs 28/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia Pro | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 978910 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1644x3840 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.2×76.2×10.2 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $2499 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia Pro
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- 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 Sony Xperia Pro and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Sony Xperia Pro by 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1849. Vivo iQOO 13 was $1849 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (91/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (73/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (55/100 vs 28/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro by 42 points (84/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia Pro and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Sony Xperia Pro has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia Pro over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.