Vivo iQOO 13 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $650 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 73/100 (a 11-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 1,757,044); the Vivo iQOO 13 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $700
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Overall rating 73/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 11 points higher (84/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (55/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 80W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 14 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | — | |
| Launch price | $650 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- 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 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 79.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Vivo iQOO 13 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (55/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.