KOMPUTER JADUL-, The development of mobile phone technology cannot be denied, the emergence of the iQOO 13 at the end of 2024 has really caught the attention of users at this time. The reason is, this smartphone offers fast performance with flagship class processor features and a very competitive price. Curious about the performance of the first smartphone in Indonesia with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset? Here is a review of the iQOO 13 with some of its advantages and disadvantages that all users must know.
Advantages of the iQOO 13
Luxurious design with a Dynamic Light feature feel
At first glance, the design does look similar to several previous generations of the iQOO 12. It still looks very minimalist, stylish, and luxurious. The premium impression is even more prominent with the addition of the BMW M Motorsport emblem on the white Legend variant.
The iQOO 13 camera frame is also equipped with an RGB lighting system. Named Dynamic Light, users are allowed to adjust the color output and lighting color effects according to their taste.
Tough body design
Like other contemporary smartphones, the body design is also tough. Dust and water resistant with IP68 & IP69 ratings. The screen section is also reinforced with an additional protective layer that is resistant to wear and scratches.
The screen is pleasing to the eye
This smartphone carries a sharp, wide screen that is pleasing to the eye. The panel carries 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED technology. The screen resolution is 2K, supports a refresh rate of up to 144 Hz and is rich in color with P3 color gamut coverage. Very comfortable to use for playing games, browsing, and watching videos.
In addition, in outdoor testing, the screen can still be seen clearly in very bright lighting. This is thanks to the maximum screen brightness level which can reach 4500 nits.
The fingerprint sensor is very responsive
For screen security, it is equipped with a 3D Ultra Sonic fingerprint sensor feature. Compared to on-screen fingerprint sensors with optical technology, 3D Ultra Sonic fingerprint sensor technology is much faster and more responsive to unlock the screen.
The performance is very fast
The main advantage of the iQOO 13 is its performance powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The iQOO 13 review unit we used was the 16GB + 16GB variant with 512GB of storage space. Here are the iQOO 13 benchmark results:
As expected, the iQOO 13's performance is very fast. Used for productivity to gaming, it feels very smooth. Several graphic-hungry game titles such as COD: Warzone, PUBG Mobile, and Honor Of King can be played at right-aligned graphic settings.
This smartphone is even more optimal for gaming thanks to the addition of the Supercomputing Chip Q2 to boost its graphic performance. Features such as Game Super Resolution and Frame Interpolation are available to boost FPS in games.
In fact, we also found the Monster Mode performance setting option for the most optimal performance settings. In addition, there are Balanced and Battery saver modes that prioritize power efficiency.
Capable cooling system
To balance its very fast performance, a 7000 mm² Vapor chamber cooling system is available. The cooling system offers 17% better heat dissipation efficiency compared to the iQOO 12. In practice, this cooling system is indeed successful in maintaining smooth performance in intense gaming sessions. The dissipation of heat on the body surface is also relatively fast.
The camera is pretty good
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iQOO 13 carries a triple camera system with a 50 megapixel sensor. The main camera with a Sony IMX921 sensor and a 23mm lens. The second camera with a 50mm telephoto lens capable of 2x optical zoom and the third camera with a 15mm ultra-wide lens.
From several of our tests, all three cameras are quite good. comparison of camera photo results at all lens focal distances.
The camera can be relied on to take pictures in various lighting conditions. Even in zoom conditions up to 4x (100mm) the photo quality is still maintained in color and sharpness.
Overall, the three cameras are also very capable of presenting fairly accurate color output. However, the image sharpening effect is a bit excessive. As a result, the photos look less natural. Noise control at night is quite satisfying.
The camera mode is supported by various features. Starting from the Live Photo option, macro photos, three color setting options (Natural, vivid, and Textured), and Portrait mode. In addition, there are various color filters and beautification effects.
The photo results in portrait mode. The blur in the subject's background is very neat with an attractive bokeh lens effect.
The advantage of the iQOO 13 camera is in video mode. This smartphone supports video recording up to 8K resolution. The video stabilization capability is very good. However, it only supports Full HD resolution.
iQOO 13 camera stabilization test:
Very large battery with modern features
iQOO 13 carries a battery with a capacity of 6150 mAh. The largest in its class today. Accompanying our daily activities with the active Monster mode, the battery can last more than a day.
The battery also supports 120W FlashCharge fast charging. Charging to full takes less than 50 minutes.
In the gaming test, the power consumption is very efficient. It only decreased by about 6% to play PUBG Mobile at the highest graphics settings for 30 minutes. Gamers also don't need to worry too much if they run out of power. The reason is, the battery already supports the Bypass Charging feature. So, it is still very safe to use to play games while recharging the battery.
Disadvantages of iQOO 13
The rear body surface feels hot during long gaming
The cooling system it carries is indeed capable of maintaining stable performance. However, the compromise regarding heat on the rear body surface is indeed unavoidable. It is rather annoying, especially when playing games for a long time by users.
Photo sharpness is too excessive
The disadvantage of the iQOO 13 camera is the rather excessive photo sharpening effect. This sharpening effect is increasingly visible, especially when shooting at night. Making the photo shots look less natural.
Limited stabilizer feature
Its stabilization capabilities are quite limited. Only works at Full HD resolution. It is indeed quite unfortunate that 4K and 8K resolutions do not yet support the stabilizer feature.
Conclusion
Thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, this smartphone is indeed perfect for gaming. Its gaming performance is very satisfying. Power consumption is also relatively efficient. The only compromise is in the camera department. However, it is understandable considering that this smartphone prioritizes performance.
If you don't mind the selling price starting at 9.99, the iQOO 13 is the right choice for anyone looking for a smartphone with a minimalist appearance but has a fierce performance for game users.
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