OnePlus 13 vs OnePlus Nord CE4
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the OnePlus Nord CE4 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3; launch prices were $899 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 57/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 1,051,702); the OnePlus 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the OnePlus Nord CE4 doesn't; the OnePlus Nord CE4 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
OnePlus Nord CE4
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1051702
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord CE4 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $899
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the OnePlus Nord CE4, the OnePlus 13 scores 27 points higher (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, OnePlus Nord CE4 — 52/100; 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 OnePlus Nord CE4 (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE4 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | OnePlus Nord CE4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 1051702 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1131 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 3111 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 14, ColorOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 162.5×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $300 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord CE4
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE4
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 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 CE4
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and OnePlus Nord CE4, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads OnePlus Nord CE4 by 199.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. OnePlus Nord CE4 was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 (92/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 (83/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE4 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the OnePlus Nord CE4?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 by 27 points (84/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the OnePlus Nord CE4?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the OnePlus Nord CE4 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the OnePlus Nord CE4?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the OnePlus Nord CE4?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the OnePlus Nord CE4?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.