OnePlus 13 vs Xiaomi 13 Ultra
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $899 and $900. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 74/100 (a 10-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 1,796,720).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1796720
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 213g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $900
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 Ultra better?
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, the OnePlus 13 scores 10 points higher (84/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 73/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Xiaomi 13 Ultra — 60/100; 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 Xiaomi 13 Ultra (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra and the OnePlus 13 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (83/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (46/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Xiaomi 13 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 1796720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 163.2×74.6×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $900 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- 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
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Xiaomi 13 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Xiaomi 13 Ultra by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. OnePlus 13 was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra and the OnePlus 13 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (83/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (46/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The OnePlus 13 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 13 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is a better fit for active users.