OnePlus 13 vs Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $899 and $175. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 42/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 554,590); the OnePlus 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G is noticeably lighter (197g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A08 4G better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $899
- Better portability (61/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G, the OnePlus 13 scores 42 points higher (84/100 vs 42/100). 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 52/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A08 4G — 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 Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (61/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Samsung Galaxy A08 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 167.4×77.4×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $175 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Samsung Galaxy A08 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A08 4G by 467.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $724. Samsung Galaxy A08 4G was $724 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (89/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (61/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G by 42 points (84/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.