Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo Y500i
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $650 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500i has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Vivo Y500i
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2115
- Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y500i better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 6150 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $650
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo Y500i, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 46/100). 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 60/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100, Vivo Y500i — 56/100; 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 Y500i (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Vivo Y500i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 7200 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y500i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- 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 Y500i
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Vivo Y500i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Vivo Y500i by 454.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Vivo Y500i was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo Y500i — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.