OnePlus 13 vs Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870; launch prices were $899 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 21/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $899
- Better portability (83/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018, the OnePlus 13 scores 63 points higher (84/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 15/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 — 0/100; 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 A6 2018 (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (83/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 13 (83/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 7870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 192269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 172 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 492 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 5.6" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1480x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 160.2×75.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $400 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- Main: 16MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- 5.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1480x720
- 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
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Samsung Galaxy A6 2018, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 by 1536.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (92/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (89/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (78/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (83/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 13 (83/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 by 63 points (84/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.