OnePlus 13T vs OnePlus Nord 5
The OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $650 and $385. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13T leads — 74/100 vs 67/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 6260); the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 1,848,224); the OnePlus 13T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13T
OnePlus Nord 5
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5179
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 51/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 6260 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $650
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13T vs the OnePlus Nord 5, the OnePlus 13T scores 7 points higher (74/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (91/100 vs 76/100). Value score: OnePlus 13T — 62/100, OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100; 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 13T notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the OnePlus 13T are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (66/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13T | OnePlus Nord 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3173674 | 1848224 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6260 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $385 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13T and OnePlus Nord 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 71.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $265. OnePlus Nord 5 was $265 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the OnePlus 13T are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (66/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13T or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13T edges out the OnePlus Nord 5 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13T and the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13T has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the OnePlus Nord 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13T or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13T leads on camera score (53/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13T or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13T leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13T over the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users.