Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $650 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 88/100 vs 84/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,150,555).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 207g vs 215g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3150555
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6150 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $650
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 4 points higher (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 90/100; 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 15 is a bit better (98/100 vs 91/100). 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 is a bit better (85/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo iQOO 13 by 20.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Vivo iQOO 15 was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (98/100 vs 91/100).
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 is a bit better (85/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 edges out the Vivo iQOO 13 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 88/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (98/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.