iQOO 13 vs iQOO 16: Which One Should You Buy?
iQOO 13 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 91.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iQOO 13
iQOO 16
iQOO 13 wins overall; iQOO 16 takes 2 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsiQOO 169597
- Camerafrom specsiQOO 168293
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie8888
- Batteryfrom specsTie100100
- Displayfrom specsiQOO 1310089
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueNot enough data
- iQOO 16 has the bigger battery8,400 mAh vs 6,150 mAh
- iQOO 13 charges faster120W vs 100W
- iQOO 16 has a smoother screen165 Hz vs 144 Hz
- iQOO 16 has the bigger screen6.85" vs 6.82"
- iQOO 13 is lighter213 g vs 222.5 g
- iQOO 16 has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iQOO 13 wins — BeastScore 91.2/100
The iQOO 13 is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (120W vs 100W) and lighter body (213 g vs 222.5 g). The iQOO 16 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 6,150 mAh).
Faster wired charging: 120W vs 100W · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Larger battery: 8,400 mAh vs 6,150 mAh · Smoother display: 165 Hz vs 144 Hz
Common questions
Which is better: iQOO 13 or iQOO 16?
The iQOO 13 is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (120W vs 100W) and lighter body (213 g vs 222.5 g). The iQOO 16 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 6,150 mAh). BeastScore: iQOO 13 91.2/100, iQOO 16 90.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iQOO 13 and iQOO 16?
iQOO 13 has a 6.82-inch display and 6150 mAh battery. iQOO 16 has a 6.85-inch display and 8400 mAh battery.
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