Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo Y18i

The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y18i (2024) runs on the Unisoc T612. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 30/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y18i doesn't; the Vivo Y18i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 207g).

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i by 54 points (84/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Performance 92
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 73
Portability 55
Value for money 80
Vivo Y18i
Performance 16
Display 44
Camera
Battery 43
Portability 63
Value for money
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 360
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1250
  • Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo Y18i better?
  • Lighter: 185g vs 207g

  • Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo Y18i, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 54 points higher (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (92/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y18i is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO 13: The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y18i: The Vivo Y18i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO 13 Vivo Y18i
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Unisoc T612
AnTuTu 3119308
Geekbench Single 3041 360
Geekbench Multi 9494 1250
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1440x3168 720x1612
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6150 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 120W 15W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB
OS Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 528 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm 163.6×75.6×8.4 mm
Weight 207 g 185 g
Launch price $650
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Vivo Y18i
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Vivo Y18i
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery
Vivo Y18i
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO 13
$650
Vivo Y18i
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (92/100 vs 16/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (99/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (73/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y18i is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y18i?

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i by 54 points (84/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Vivo Y18i?

The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo Y18i — 30/100.

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y18i?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 16/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo Y18i?

The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y18i is a better fit for everyday use.