OnePlus 13T vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $650 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13T leads — 74/100 vs 66/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13T has the bigger battery (6260 mAh vs 3900); the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 185g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13T
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6260 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 185g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13T vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the OnePlus 13T scores 8 points higher (74/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (65/100 vs 29/100). Value score: OnePlus 13T — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S23 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (83/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13T | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3173674 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6260 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13T and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. OnePlus 13T was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (65/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (83/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13T or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus 13T edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13T and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus 13T has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13T or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13T or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus 13T leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13T over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.