UAE Price
AED 2,450
India Price
₹89,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2024
The vivo iQOO 13 256GB is Vivo's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.82 inches, 113.0 cm2 (~90.2% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) chipset. It comes with a 6150 mAh battery. At AED 2,450 in the UAE and ₹89,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The vivo iQOO 13 excels with its 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display, 2592Hz PWM dimming for flicker-free viewing, and 120W wired charging that refills the battery in 30 minutes — unmatched in speed. Its triple 50MP camera system, including 2x optical zoom telephoto with OIS, delivers precise low-light detail. The Oryon V2 chipset ensures sustained 90+ FPS in Genshin Impact without throttling. This is for competitive mobile gamers who demand zero input lag and rapid charging between sessions. The weakness? Thermals degrade after 45 minutes of 144Hz gaming, causing frame drops. In UAE at AED 2450, it’s competitive because no rival offers 120W charging and 2592Hz PWM at this price. In India at ₹89999, it’s overpriced — the Xiaomi 14 Ultra delivers better cameras and thermals for ₹84999, while the OnePlus 12 offers similar speed and 50% more battery life. Choose only if charging speed and display smoothness are non-negotiable.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Market-dependent versions:· Si/C Li-Ion 6150 mAh (Global)· 6000 mAh (India only) |
| Charging | 120W wired, PPS, 100% in 30 min |
| Battery Capacity | 6150 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/1.9, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.93", 0.6µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF |
| Features | Color spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 28mm (wide), 1/3.15", 0.7µm |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LHDC 5 |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| NFC | Yes, 360˚ |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG |
| Dimensions | 163.4 x 76.7 x 8 mm (6.43 x 3.02 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 207 g or 213 g (7.30 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum alloy frame, glass back or glass-fiber reinforced plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 2592Hz PWM, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1800 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.82 inches, 113.0 cm2 (~90.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3168 pixels (~510 ppi density) |
| Protection | Schott Xensation Alpha |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Alpha (Black), Nardo Gray (Silver), White (BMW M branding), Ace Green |
| Models | V2408A, I2401 |
| Price | About 590 EUR |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 2791585 (v10) GeekBench: 9522 (v6) 3DMark: 6368 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 1804 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -23.8 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 18:03h |
| Announced | 2024, October 30 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, November 08 |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 5 (China) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 830 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the iQOO 13.
It may not be the best value in 2026 as newer models will likely offer better performance and features. However, if you find it at a significantly discounted price, it could still serve well for daily use.
The vivo iQOO 13 256GB is priced at AED 2450 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The vivo iQOO 13 256GB is priced at ₹89999 in India. It is available through official vivo stores and select online retailers nationwide.
The camera delivers sharp, detailed photos with accurate colors in daylight and strong low-light performance. It handles fast-moving subjects well with consistent autofocus and minimal blur.
The battery life lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including streaming, gaming, and browsing. Fast charging quickly restores power, reducing downtime significantly.
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