OnePlus 13 vs OnePlus Nord CE5
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex; launch prices were $899 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 61/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
OnePlus Nord CE5
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 4313
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $899
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the OnePlus Nord CE5, the OnePlus 13 scores 23 points higher (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100; 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 CE5 (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | OnePlus Nord CE5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Dimensity 8350 Apex | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 1696968 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7100 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 | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1430 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $295 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 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 CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- 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 CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and OnePlus Nord CE5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $604. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $604 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (83/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 23 points (84/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the OnePlus Nord CE5 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users.