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vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£720RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.82 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP

vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB)
8.6/10

Overall score

Score
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

90%

8.7

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

★Better than 97% of smartphones
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

Overall score

30%

6.7

Price

★Better than 91%
8.7

Technical score

Technical score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

25%

9.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

9.1

Display

15%

9.0

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

★Better than 97%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

2.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 79%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

25%

9.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

9.1

Display

15%

9.0

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

8.7
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

2.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
2.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Popularity:
vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 2.2 points, which is lower than 62.9% of smartphones.
2.2
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

8.6

Overall score

30%

6.7

Price

8.1
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor which is faster than processors in 95.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
4.32 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 4.32 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 96.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 72.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.85 & f/1.88 & f/2.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.85 & f/1.88 & f/2.0 which is narrower than that of 76.9% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.82 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.82 inches which is larger than the screens of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.7% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 3168 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3168 px which is higher than that of 95.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
510 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 510 ppi which is higher than that of 94% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,150 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,150 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 80.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 120 W which is faster than in 94.4% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.4 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.4 mm which is shorter than 52.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Width
76.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.7 mm which is wider than 67.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8 mm which is thinner than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.9% of smartphones.
Weight
213 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 213 g which is heavier than 76.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
99,104 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 99,104 cm³ which is larger than 58.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
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vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • 6.86x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (21,357 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    21,357 vs 3,115
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 80% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.32 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 23% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6150 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,150 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 9.8% better value for money
    vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.05 vs 7.3).
    8.05 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 6.86x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (21,357 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    21,357 vs 3,115
  • 80% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.32 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3.26x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (3,070 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    3,070 vs 942
  • 66% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (17,901 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    17,901 vs 10,783
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x4.32 GHz & 6x3.53 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x4.32 GHz & 6x3.53 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 11.72x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (12000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    12,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 3.32x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (85.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    85.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • 5.19x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (6,368 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    6,368 vs 1,226
  • 3.81x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (9,645 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    9,645 vs 2,533
  • 4.15x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (2,523 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    2,523 vs 608
  • 6x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (192 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    192 KB vs 32 KB
  • 92.7% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (5300 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    5,300 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Supports ECC memory
    This smartphone supports ECC memory, the average smartphone does not. 2.4% of smartphones support ECC.
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • 15.8% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1100 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,100 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Supports newer OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenCL version than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average version is 2.0.
    3.0 vs 2.0
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Blue Heart Little V Assistant, Atomic Island, Xiao V Suggestions and Memories, Circle to Search, AI Erase, AI Image Expander
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 1 more external displays supported
    This smartphone supports more external displays than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3168 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3168 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 3,500 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (4500 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    4,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 2.73x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,800 nits vs 660 nits
  • 29.1% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (510 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    510 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.15 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.82 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (8000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    8,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 910.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1804 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,804 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • 23% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6150 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,150 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (18:03 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    18:3 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • 2x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    10 W vs 5 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 0.3 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.85 & f/1.88 & f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.85 & f/1.88 & f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 2.77x more expensive
    vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£720 vs £260).
    £720 vs £260
  • 8.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (213 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    213 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    vivo iQOO 13
    the average smartphone
    vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.65 vs 8.000).
    7.65 vs 8
  • 0.7 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2.77x more expensive
    vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£720 vs £260).
    £720 vs £260
  • 4.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    vivo iQOO 13
    the average smartphone
    vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.65 vs 8.000).
    7.65 vs 8
  • 2.5x less popular
    vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (2.18 vs 5.4).
    2.18 vs 5.44
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.85 & f/1.88 & f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.85 & f/1.88 & f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 8.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (213 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    213 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.7 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.7 mm vs 76 mm

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whatgear.net
28/11/2024
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The Worlds Fastest Phone! - iQoo 13 Review & Benchmarks
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palmsolo.substack.com
03/12/2024
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iQOO 13 review: Qualcomm landed here first
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thehindu.com
13/12/2024
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iQOO 13 Review: A performance powerhouse that punches well above its weight
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androidcentral.com
28/11/2024
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iQOO 13 review: Almost no reason to buy anything else(www.gsmarena.com) | November 28, 2024 | iQOO 13 review
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moschuss.de
09/01/2025
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Vivo iQOO 13: An absolute powerhouse with Snapdragon 8 Elite
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chargerlab.com.en2fr.search.translate.goog
26/01/2025
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6150 mAh + 120W | iQOO 13 Charging Test - Chargerlab
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thehindu.com.en2fr.search.translate.goog
13/12/2024
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iQOO 13 Review: A high-performance powerhouse that packs a punch
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androidcentral.com.en2es.search.translate.goog
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iQOO 13 Review: Almost No Reason to Buy Anything Else
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB)

  • Exceptional performance and speed, especially for gaming, thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and Q2 gaming chip.
  • Outstanding battery life, often lasting up to two days with moderate usage, combined with fast 120W wired charging.
  • High-quality 2K LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, good color accuracy, and eye-care features like high PWM dimming.
  • Premium and durable design featuring an aluminum frame, a comfortable in-hand feel, and high IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance ratings.
  • Capable main camera system that produces detailed, high-quality photos in good lighting conditions with good dynamic range.
  • Long-term software support, with the promise of four major Android OS updates and five years of security updates.
  • Fast and reliable in-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.
  • Useful additional features such as an IR blaster, NFC, and a customizable RGB notification light (Monster Halo).
  • Good value for money, offering flagship-tier specifications at a competitive price point compared to other high-end devices.

What we don't like about vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB)

  • The camera system, particularly the 2x optical zoom telephoto and ultrawide lenses, underperforms in low-light conditions, producing softer or noisy images.
  • Lack of a 3x periscope telephoto camera found in the previous model (iQOO 12) or on competitor phones is considered a downgrade by some users.
  • The software (Funtouch OS) can have a dated aesthetic and occasionally aggressive memory management that requires manual adjustment for timely notifications.
  • Some users report the phone can get warm or experience slight heating issues during intense use or charging.
  • The selfie camera is considered average by some users and can produce over-sharpened images or struggle with skin tones.
  • The phone is a bit heavy and can feel bulky during extended one-handed use.
  • Absence of wireless charging support, a feature often expected in a flagship phone.
  • Some units may have a visible gap between the frame and the display.

Verdict

The vivo iQOO 13 (16GB + 1TB) is a high-performance flagship powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and a dedicated Q2 gaming chip, featuring a 6.82-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 4,500 nits peak brightness. This top-tier configuration pairs a massive 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, supported by an advanced 7,000mm² vapor chamber cooling system and a customizable RGB "Energy Halo" light around the rear camera module. Key pros include its exceptional gaming performance, an ultra-fast ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, IP68/IP69 water resistance, and a large 6,150mAh battery (6,000mAh in some regions) with 120W fast charging. However, notable cons include the lack of wireless charging, the omission of a periscope zoom lens in favor of a basic 2x telephoto sensor, and the absence of Dolby Vision support on the display.

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