OnePlus 13 vs Samsung Galaxy M23
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy M23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 43/100 (a 41-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 566,483); the Samsung Galaxy M23 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Samsung Galaxy M23
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 566483
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 1882
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M23 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 213g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Samsung Galaxy M23, the OnePlus 13 scores 41 points higher (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M23 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Samsung Galaxy M23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 566483 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 1882 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" TFT LCD | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 165.5×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy M23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M23
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 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 M23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Samsung Galaxy M23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Samsung Galaxy M23 by 455.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M23
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performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (83/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M23 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy M23?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 by 41 points (84/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Samsung Galaxy M23?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy M23 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy M23?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy M23?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Samsung Galaxy M23?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.