Vivo iQOO 13 vs ZTE Blade A55
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Blade A55 (2024) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 29/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A55 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
ZTE Blade A55
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A55 better?
- Overall rating 29/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the ZTE Blade A55, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 55 points higher (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A55 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A55 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A55 (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | ZTE Blade A55 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 14 (Go edition) | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 167.7×77.4×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | — | |
| Launch price | $650 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade A55
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade A55
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 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 Blade A55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A55
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A55 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A55 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A55 (73/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE Blade A55?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A55 by 55 points (84/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the ZTE Blade A55?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE Blade A55 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE Blade A55?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the ZTE Blade A55?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.