Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo Y21
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $650 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 44/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Vivo Y21
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 209g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6150 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $178 vs $650
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo Y21, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 40 points higher (84/100 vs 44/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100, Vivo Y21 — 54/100; 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 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (73/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $178 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 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 Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Vivo Y21 by 496.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $472. Vivo Y21 was $472 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (73/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 40 points (84/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.