Nokia XR21 vs OnePlus 13
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 46/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 592,015); the OnePlus 13 is noticeably lighter (213g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
OnePlus 13
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Lighter: 213g vs 231g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the OnePlus 13, the OnePlus 13 scores 38 points higher (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (46/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | OnePlus 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3145582 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Nokia XR21 and OnePlus 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Nokia XR21 by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia XR21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (92/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (83/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (46/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 38 points (84/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the OnePlus 13?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the OnePlus 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 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.