Vivo iQOO 13 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $650 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 84/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 3,030,376); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 3030376
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9287
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 1 points higher (85/100 vs 84/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- 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
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 4.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Vivo iQOO 13 was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO 13 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.