Sony Xperia XZ3 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Sony Xperia XZ3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $899 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 34/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3330); the main camera is 19 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 595,284); the Vivo iQOO 13 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.9mm).
Sony Xperia XZ3
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 193g vs 207g
- Overall rating 34/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 595284
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 563
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2006
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3330 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $899
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ3 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 50 points higher (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ3 — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ3 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 595284 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 563 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2006 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.0" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2880 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3330 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 19 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×73.0×9.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $650 |
Sony Xperia XZ3
- Main: 19MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia XZ3
- 6.0" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x2880
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sony Xperia XZ3
- 3330 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Sony Xperia XZ3 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Sony Xperia XZ3 by 80.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $249. Vivo iQOO 13 was $249 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (78/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (73/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 by 50 points (84/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ3 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Sony Xperia XZ3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ3 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Sony Xperia XZ3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.