Vivo iQOO 13 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $650 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 84/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6150); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $845
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6150 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 207g
- Better camera (100/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 4 points higher (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 90/100; 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 "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- 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 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $195. Vivo iQOO 13 was $195 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (100/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO 13 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.