OnePlus 13 vs Realme 16x
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Realme 16x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $899 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 528,398); the OnePlus 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Realme 16x
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 213g vs 217g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Realme 16x better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $899
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Realme 16x, the OnePlus 13 scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 60/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Realme 16x — 28/100; 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 16x (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Realme 16x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 166.5×78.2×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $299 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- 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
Realme 16x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Realme 16x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Realme 16x by 495.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Realme 16x was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (89/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (83/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Realme 16x — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.