Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $650 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 82/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6150); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,150,555).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 207g vs 216g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3150555
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6150 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $650
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 2 points higher (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 207 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo iQOO 13 by 33.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $151. Vivo iQOO 15T was $151 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T 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 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.