OnePlus 13T vs Redmi Note 5
The OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636; launch prices were $650 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13T leads — 74/100 vs 25/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13T has the bigger battery (6260 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 282,713).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13T
Redmi Note 5
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 6260 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 185g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $650
- Better portability (80/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13T vs the Redmi Note 5, the OnePlus 13T scores 49 points higher (74/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (91/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (65/100 vs 32/100). Value score: OnePlus 13T — 62/100, Redmi Note 5 — 10/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (91/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13T | Redmi Note 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | |
| AnTuTu | 3173674 | 282713 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 294 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1083 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6260 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $200 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13T and Redmi Note 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads Redmi Note 5 by 1022.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Redmi Note 5 was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (91/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (85/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (53/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (65/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13T or the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 49 points (74/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13T and the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 13T has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Redmi Note 5 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13T or the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 13T leads on camera score (53/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13T or the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 13T leads on performance (91/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13T over the Redmi Note 5?
The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users.