Apple iPhone Air vs OnePlus 13 Pro
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the OnePlus 13 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 75/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
OnePlus 13 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9287
- Lighter: 165g vs 213g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 46/100)
What makes OnePlus 13 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the OnePlus 13 Pro, the OnePlus 13 Pro scores 8 points higher (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (83/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, OnePlus 13 Pro — 78/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the OnePlus 13 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (83/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus 13 Pro (96/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | OnePlus 13 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 165 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus 13 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus 13 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and OnePlus 13 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 Pro leads Apple iPhone Air by 18.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. OnePlus 13 Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the OnePlus 13 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (83/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus 13 Pro (96/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the OnePlus 13 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus 13 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.