Vivo iQOO 13 vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 54/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 30S is noticeably lighter (189g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
ZTE Axon 30S
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 55W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 207g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 30 points higher (84/100 vs 54/100). 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 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 55W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- 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
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads ZTE Axon 30S by 211.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 30S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (73/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S by 30 points (84/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.