OnePlus 13 vs Redmi 5 Plus
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi 5 Plus (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625; launch prices were $899 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 20/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 218,879); the OnePlus 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 5 Plus doesn't; the Redmi 5 Plus is noticeably lighter (180g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Redmi 5 Plus
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 5 Plus better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $899
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Redmi 5 Plus, the OnePlus 13 scores 64 points higher (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 25/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Redmi 5 Plus — 8/100; 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 Redmi 5 Plus (92/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (83/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5 Plus notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (70/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Redmi 5 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 218879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 862 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 158.5×75.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $170 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 5 Plus
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 5 Plus
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi 5 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Redmi 5 Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Redmi 5 Plus by 1337.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $729. Redmi 5 Plus was $729 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (92/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (83/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5 Plus notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (70/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Redmi 5 Plus?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus by 64 points (84/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Redmi 5 Plus?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Redmi 5 Plus — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Redmi 5 Plus?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Redmi 5 Plus?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Redmi 5 Plus?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.