Vivo iQOO 13 vs Xiaomi 15
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $650 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 83/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5240); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 3,076,179); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Xiaomi 15
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 3076179
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9147
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5240 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3092 vs 3013
- Lighter: 191g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $650
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Xiaomi 15, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 1 points higher (84/100 vs 83/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100, Xiaomi 15 — 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 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 85/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 3076179 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 147 | |
| 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 | 12GB / 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- 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
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Xiaomi 15 by 2.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $15. Xiaomi 15 was $15 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 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 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Xiaomi 15 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?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 83/100.
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Xiaomi 15?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.