Vivo iQOO 13 vs Xiaomi 12 Lite
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $650 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 55/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 781,542); the Xiaomi 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (173g vs 207g).
Vivo iQOO 13
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 781542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $650
- Better portability (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 29 points higher (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100, Xiaomi 12 Lite — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (78/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (73/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Xiaomi 12 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 781542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 159.3×73.7×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $370 |
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Xiaomi 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Xiaomi 12 Lite by 299.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $280. Xiaomi 12 Lite was $280 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (92/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (78/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (73/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite by 29 points (84/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.