Apple iPhone Air vs OnePlus 13T
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13T has the bigger battery (6260 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 185g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
OnePlus 13T
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9287
- Lighter: 165g vs 185g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 66/100)
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 6260 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the OnePlus 13T, the Apple iPhone Air scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (65/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, OnePlus 13T — 62/100; 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 13T are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (65/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus 13T (96/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | OnePlus 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3173674 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 6260 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- 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 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and OnePlus 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads Apple iPhone Air by 20.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. OnePlus 13T was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the OnePlus 13T are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (73/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (65/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus 13T (96/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone Air edges out the OnePlus 13T by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the OnePlus 13T — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users.