The iQOO 13 continues iQOO's tradition of gaming-centric smartphones. This review focuses on its gaming performance and battery life.
Performance
The iQOO 13 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, featuring a powerful CPU and Adreno 830 GPU, coupled with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. Our review unit had 16GB RAM and 1TB storage.
Game Benchmarks
Tests were conducted at 24°C ambient temperature, with 5G + Wi-Fi enabled, performance mode on, and screen brightness at ~400 nits.
| Game | Average FPS | Average Power Consumption | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honor of Kings (Ultra Quality, 10v10) | 122.9 | 3.23W | Stable performance with minimal frame drops. |
| Genshin Impact (720p, High) | 61.3 | 4W | Minor frame drops during demanding scenes. |
| Honkai: Star Rail (720p, High) | 59.8 | 4.5W | Occasional frame dips due to GPU load. |
| PUBG Mobile (144FPS enabled) | 143.7 | 4W | Minor fluctuations during parachuting and high-speed driving. |
Custom Q2 Gaming Chip
The iQOO 13's custom Q2 chip enables features like 2K upscaling and 144fps super-resolution. It allowed for 142.1fps in Honkai: Star Rail and sustained 141.2fps in Genshin Impact for 20 minutes before settling to a stable 120fps.
Gaming Enhancements
The iQOO 13 includes stereo speakers, a 1016H X-axis linear motor with 4D vibration, and bypass charging to minimize battery heat during gaming.
Battery and Charging
The 6150mAh silicon battery provided 6 hours of screen-on time with 39% remaining. 120W fast charging fully recharges the battery in 27 minutes. UFCS fusion fast charging and 100W PPS compatibility are also supported.
Other Features
iQOO 13 features a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance.
The iQOO 13 is a top-tier gaming phone with a great display and outstanding performance. The combination of the Snapdragon 8 Elite and the Q2 chip delivers excellent gaming capabilities, complemented by the large battery, fast charging, and immersive features like stereo speakers and haptic feedback.
