Vivo iQOO 13 vs Xiaomi 13T
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 13T (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra; launch prices were $650 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 63/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 1,175,951).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Xiaomi 13T
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1175951
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3700
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13T better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $650
- Overall rating 63/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Xiaomi 13T, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 21 points higher (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100, Xiaomi 13T — 50/100; 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 Xiaomi 13T (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Xiaomi 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 1175951 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3700 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 123 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 162.2×75.7×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 13T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 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
Xiaomi 13T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Xiaomi 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Xiaomi 13T by 167.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Xiaomi 13T was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (78/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (73/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T by 21 points (84/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 13T — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for active users.