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; launch prices were $650 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 84/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 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: 3758268 vs 3150555
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6150 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $650
- Higher performance (94/100 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 2 points higher (86/100 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 — 86/100; 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 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (94/100 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 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9287 | |
| 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 16.2% 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 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (94/100 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 2 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 — 86/100.
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.