Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 58/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 1,027,925).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 207g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China), the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 26 points higher (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 1027925 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1131 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3111 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 163.7×75.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- 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 Z9 (China)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Vivo iQOO Z9 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 206.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (91/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 26 points (84/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.