Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo V21s
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V21s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 800U. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 47/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 562,447); the Vivo V21s is noticeably lighter (176g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Vivo V21s
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 562447
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Vivo V21s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 207g
- Better portability (81/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo V21s, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 37 points higher (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Vivo V21s (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (73/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (81/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Vivo V21s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 800U | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 562447 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 752 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2404 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 159.7×73.9×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 176 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo V21s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo V21s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2404
- Refresh rate: 90 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 V21s
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Vivo V21s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Vivo V21s by 460.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V21s
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Vivo V21s (78/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (73/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (81/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo V21s?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s by 37 points (84/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Vivo V21s?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo V21s — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo V21s?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo V21s?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo V21s?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.