HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs OnePlus 13
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T615, while the OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $189 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 36/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is noticeably lighter (198g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
OnePlus 13
What makes HMD Pulse 2 Pro better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $189 vs $899
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 380
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 1300
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs the OnePlus 13, the OnePlus 13 scores 48 points higher (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 43/100). Value score: HMD Pulse 2 Pro — 36/100, 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 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (92/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Pulse 2 Pro | OnePlus 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T615 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3145582 | |
| Geekbench Single | 380 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1300 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $189 | $899 |
Camera comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $710. HMD Pulse 2 Pro was $710 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (92/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (89/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (83/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro by 48 points (84/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse 2 Pro and the OnePlus 13?
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the OnePlus 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse 2 Pro over the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.