Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo Y12
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y12 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 26/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 177,554); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y12 doesn't; the Vivo Y12 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Vivo Y12
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo Y12 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Overall rating 26/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo Y12, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 58 points higher (84/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y12 (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y12 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y12 (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Vivo Y12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio P22 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 177554 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 723 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1544 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 9.0 (Pie); Funtouch 9 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 159.4×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y12
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y12
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1544
- Refresh rate: —
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 Y12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Vivo Y12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Vivo Y12 by 1674.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y12 (91/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y12 (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y12 (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y12?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y12 by 58 points (84/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Vivo Y12?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo Y12 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y12?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y12?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo Y12?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.