OnePlus 13 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $899 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 63/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 1,436,963).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $899
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the OnePlus 13 scores 21 points higher (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 42/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $599 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- 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 S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 118.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (92/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (83/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 21 points (84/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users.