OnePlus 13 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $899 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 70/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 3,145,582); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 3145582
- Lighter: 190g vs 213g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the OnePlus 13 scores 14 points higher (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 54/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- 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 S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads OnePlus 13 by 0.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. OnePlus 13 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (83/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus 13 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.