ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate vs OnePlus 13
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 60/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 1,135,878); the OnePlus 13 is noticeably lighter (213g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
OnePlus 13
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 3537
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 213g vs 238g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1299
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate vs the OnePlus 13, the OnePlus 13 scores 24 points higher (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate — 30/100, OnePlus 13 — 80/100; 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 OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (46/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate | OnePlus 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3145582 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 18GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $899 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate and OnePlus 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate by 63.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. OnePlus 13 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (92/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (83/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (46/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate by 24 points (84/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate and the OnePlus 13?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the OnePlus 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate over the OnePlus 13?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.