OnePlus 13 vs Realme 16
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo; launch prices were $899 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 53/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 581,041); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Realme 16
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 183g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $899
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Realme 16, the OnePlus 13 scores 31 points higher (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 63/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Realme 16 — 68/100; 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 Realme 16 (92/100 vs 45/100). 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 Realme 16 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (83/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (68/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Realme 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1080x2372 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $199 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- 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
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Realme 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Realme 16 by 441.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Realme 16 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 45/100).
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 Realme 16 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (83/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (68/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 31 points (84/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Realme 16 — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Realme 16?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.