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iQOO 12 vs iQOO 13

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Iqoo · 2023

iQOO 12

iQOO 12
89/ 100
Launch MSRP$700 USD
Iqoo · 2024

iQOO 13

iQOO 13
91/ 100
Launch MSRP$750 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS iQOO 13 BETTER THAN iQOO 12?

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iQOO 12
iQOO 13Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORiQOO 12iQOO 13LEADER
Refresh Rate144Hz144Hz144Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh6,150 mAh+6,150 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W120W120W
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.78"6.82"6.82"
Chassis Weight203g213g203g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy iQOO 12:
  • ✓10g lighter chassis (203g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$50 lower launch MSRP ($700 vs $750)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy iQOO 13:
  • ✓Larger 6,150 mAh battery capacity (+1,150 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.82" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationiQOO 12iQOO 13
1. Display & Screen🏆 iQOO 12 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechLTPO AMOLEDLTPO AMOLED
Screen Size6.78"6.82"
Resolution & Density3200x1440 (517 ppi)3168x1440 (510 ppi)
Refresh Rate144 Hz ProMotion144 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,000 nits peak4,500 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iQOO 12 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iQOO 12 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Sony IMX9X950 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony LYT-818
Telephoto Zoom64 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.57, OIS50 MP (2x optical zoom), f/1.85, OIS
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/250 MP, f/2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP, f/2.4532 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iQOO 12 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.2 x 75.9 x 8.1 mm163.6 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm
Weight203 g213 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP54IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iQOO 13 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh6,150 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W wired fast charging120W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.45.4
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$700$750
Editorial Lab Verdict

iQOO 13 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 91.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iQOO 13 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose iQOO 12:
Lighter body: 203g (10g lighter in hand)
When to choose iQOO 13:
Higher overall BeastScore: 91.2 vs top rival 89.2 · Larger battery capacity: 6,150 mAh (+1,150 mAh more)
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Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: iQOO 12 vs iQOO 13

Which is better: iQOO 12 or iQOO 13?

iQOO 13 leads with an overall BeastScore of 91.2/100 compared to iQOO 12 (89.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 91.2 vs top rival 89.2 and Larger battery capacity: 6,150 mAh (+1,150 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between iQOO 12 and iQOO 13?

iQOO 12 is equipped with a 6.78-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while iQOO 13 features a 6.82-inch display and 6150 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between iQOO 12 and iQOO 13?

In objective hardware benchmarks, iQOO 12 achieves a 90/100 performance score, while iQOO 13 scores 90/100.

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