OnePlus 13T vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $650 and $799. Both devices score the same overall rating of 74/100. Key differences: the OnePlus 13T has the bigger battery (6260 mAh vs 4000); the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 185g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13T
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 6260 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 185g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
The OnePlus 13T and the Samsung Galaxy S26 received the same MobileRank rating — 74/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (65/100 vs 31/100). Value score: OnePlus 13T — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (89/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13T | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3173674 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6260 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13T and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 12.2% 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (77/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (65/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (89/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13T or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
Both devices scored 74/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the OnePlus 13T (91/100 vs 89/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13T and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus 13T has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13T or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13T over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.