Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $650 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 84/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 3,119,308); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 227g).
Vivo iQOO 13
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 207g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $650 vs $799
- Better portability (55/100 vs 35/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 3119308
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3041
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9494
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 6150 mAh
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 73/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 5 points higher (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $650 | $799 |
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO 13 by 32.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $149. Vivo iQOO 13 is cheaper by $149.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (92/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 35/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO 13 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.