OnePlus 13 vs OnePlus Nord 5
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $899 and $385. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 67/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 6000); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 1,848,224).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
OnePlus Nord 5
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 5179
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 66/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $899
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the OnePlus Nord 5, the OnePlus 13 scores 17 points higher (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100; 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 OnePlus Nord 5 (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | OnePlus Nord 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 1848224 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $385 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and OnePlus Nord 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 70.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $514. OnePlus Nord 5 was $514 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (83/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 5 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the OnePlus Nord 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users.