OnePlus 13 vs Xiaomi Mi 9T
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi 9T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730; launch prices were $899 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 40/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 502,844); the Xiaomi Mi 9T is noticeably lighter (191g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Xiaomi Mi 9T
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 502844
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9T better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $899
- Better portability (56/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9T, the OnePlus 13 scores 44 points higher (84/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 22/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Xiaomi Mi 9T — 18/100; 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 Xiaomi Mi 9T (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (83/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Xiaomi Mi 9T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 502844 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 724 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $300 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mi 9T
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- 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
Xiaomi Mi 9T
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Xiaomi Mi 9T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Xiaomi Mi 9T by 525.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Xiaomi Mi 9T was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (89/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (78/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (83/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T by 44 points (84/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9T — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.