TCL 50 SE vs Vivo iQOO 13
The TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, 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 37/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5010); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 SE
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 207g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 SE vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 47 points higher (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the TCL 50 SE (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 SE | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 SE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 TCL 50 SE and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads TCL 50 SE by 88.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the TCL 50 SE (73/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE by 47 points (84/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 SE and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The TCL 50 SE has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 SE over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.