OnePlus 13 vs Samsung Galaxy A23
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680; launch prices were $899 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 38/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 424,216); the Samsung Galaxy A23 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Samsung Galaxy A23
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A23 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $899
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Samsung Galaxy A23, the OnePlus 13 scores 46 points higher (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 44/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A23 — 32/100; 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 A23 (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Samsung Galaxy A23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 424216 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 412 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 1423 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 164.5×76.9×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $219 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- 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 A23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Samsung Galaxy A23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A23 by 641.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $680. Samsung Galaxy A23 was $680 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (92/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (89/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (83/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 by 46 points (84/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy A23 — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.