vivo iQOO 13 vs Xiaomi 17 Max 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Vivo · 2024

vivo iQOO 13

vivo iQOO 13
89/ 100
Launch price$750
Xiaomi

Xiaomi 17 Max 5G

Xiaomi 17 Max 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Too close to call: 0 of 5 categories each

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

vivo iQOO 13
vivo iQOO 13
0 wins
Xiaomi 17 Max 5G
Xiaomi 17 Max 5G
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
vivo iQOO 13Xiaomi 17 Max 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    95
    95
  • CameraTie
    80
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryTie
    95
    95
  • DisplayTie
    89
    89
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    85
    85
Key differences
  • Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the bigger battery8,000 mAh vs 6,150 mAh
  • Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.82"
  • Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy vivo iQOO 13
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.82" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi 17 Max 5G
  • ✓Bigger 8,000 mAh battery (+1,850 mAh)
  • ✓6.9" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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Specificationvivo iQOO 13Xiaomi 17 Max 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeLTPO AMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.82"6.9"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (510 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz adaptive120 Hz
Brightness4,500 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Elite Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1024 GB512 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony LYT-818undefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom50 MP (2x optical zoom), f/1.85, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP, f/2undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions163.6 x 76.7 x 8.1 mmN/A
Weight213 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity6,150 mAh8,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth5.4Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$750Price on request
Our verdict

vivo iQOO 13 and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G are evenly matched

It's a close call: both phones score almost the same, so pick the one whose design and price suit you.

Buy vivo iQOO 13 if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Buy Xiaomi 17 Max 5G if you want

Larger battery: 8,000 mAh vs 6,150 mAh

Common questions

Which is better: vivo iQOO 13 or Xiaomi 17 Max 5G?

It's a close call: both phones score almost the same, so pick the one whose design and price suit you. BeastScore: vivo iQOO 13 89.3/100, Xiaomi 17 Max 5G 89.3/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between vivo iQOO 13 and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G?

vivo iQOO 13 has a 6.82-inch display and 6150 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has a 6.9-inch display and 8000 mAh battery.

How do vivo iQOO 13 and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G compare for speed?

vivo iQOO 13 scores 95/100 for performance; Xiaomi 17 Max 5G scores 95/100.

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