Vivo iQOO 13 vs Vivo Y97
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y97 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. 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 3315); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 314,537); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y97 doesn't; the Vivo Y97 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Vivo Y97
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3315 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo Y97 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 207g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Vivo Y97, 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 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (91/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (99/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y97 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Vivo Y97 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 779 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" S-IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 3315 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4.5 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 155.9×75.6×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y97
- Main: 16MP f/2.0
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y97
- 6.3" S-IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- 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 Y97
- 3315 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Vivo Y97, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Vivo Y97 by 901.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y97
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (91/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (99/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (78/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (73/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y97 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y97?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 by 58 points (84/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Vivo Y97?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo Y97 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y97?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Vivo Y97?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Vivo Y97?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.