You likely know that new technologies and updates enter the smartphone market every year, and this is why older models are quickly left behind. iQOO has launched its new flagship smartphone, the iQOO 13, in India. It not only delivers powerful performance but also significantly surpasses its predecessor, the iQOO 12, in terms of design and features. If you’re looking for a new, powerful flagship smartphone, this comparison will be very helpful.
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Design
In terms of design, the iQOO 13’s look is largely similar to the iQOO 12, but it features some changes that make it more premium. However, the new model is slightly taller and heavier than before. Most importantly, the iQOO 13 is rated IP68 and IP69, while the iQOO 12 only came with an IP64 rating. This means the new phone is more water and dust resistant. Furthermore, the iQOO 13 also features an Energy Halo LED light, making it distinct and unique from the iQOO 12.
Speaking of the display, the iQOO 13 features a 6.82-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1800 nits. The iQOO 12 featured a 6.78-inch FHD+ display with a resolution of 1260×2800 pixels. It is clear that the display of iQOO 13 is brighter, sharper and smoother.
Performance
Now let’s talk about the real game-changer: performance. The iQOO 13 features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite 3nm chipset, paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. Furthermore, it also features iQOO’s own Q2 chip, which specifically boosts gaming performance.
The iQOO 12 was launched with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, which is now a bit outdated. This means the iQOO 13 surpasses the iQOO 12 in terms of performance and efficiency.
Camera
However, the iQOO 13 also makes a significant upgrade in the camera department. It features a triple camera setup consisting of a 50MP Sony IMX921 main sensor, a 50MP Samsung JN1 ultrawide sensor, and a 50MP Sony IMX816 telephoto lens (with 2x optical zoom).
The iQOO 12 also had a triple camera setup, but it featured a 50MP OmniVision main sensor, a 50MP ultrawide camera, and a 64MP telephoto lens (with 3x optical zoom). Although the telephoto lens had more zoom, the iQOO 13’s new Sony sensor offers better quality and detail.
The iQOO 13 also features a 32MP selfie camera, while the iQOO 12 only came with a 16MP camera. This means the iQOO 13 is a much better option for selfie lovers.
Battery
Speaking of power, the iQOO 13 is equipped with a 6000mAh battery, compared to the 5000mAh battery on the iQOO 12. While both smartphones support 120W fast charging, the iQOO 13 offers longer performance due to its larger battery capacity.
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Price
Now comes the most important aspect: price. While the iQOO 13 launched in India at a starting price of ₹54,999 (12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant), the iQOO 12 launched last year at ₹52,999. While the price difference isn’t huge, the iQOO 13’s new features and upgrades make it a better deal.