OnePlus 13 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro: – Although these phones were released towards the end of 2024 and start of 2025, they are still great second hand and discounted options. Both phones use the same Snapdragon 8 elite, 12GB of RAM and similar 2K screens. However, there are differences in the cameras, charging, battery and price.
Price
The first factor to consider is price, it can change a lot. The cheapest option for the OnePlus 13 is around ₹60,999 compared to the Xiaomi 15 Pro at around ₹79,990. Prices for the OnePlus 13 can range between around ₹69,999, whereas the Xiaomi can be seen between around ₹62,990 to ₹69,999. As they are not the latest phones, they are going to vary a lot based on the seller and variant. I suggest looking at the live prices.
Display
Both phones have very similar displays. They both have a 2K LTPO Amoled screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. The OnePlus 13 is slightly bigger in size, having a 6.82 inch screen rather than the Xiaomi’s 6.73 inch. The Xiaomi also has a slightly higher pixel density with a 521ppi compared to the OnePlus’ 510ppi. However, the peak brightness for the Xiaomi is stated to be much higher, some reviews state that the Xiaomi can go up to 3,200 nits compared to the OnePlus’ 1,600 nits. Both phones have great screens so most people will not notice a large difference.
Performance
Both phones have the same Snapdragon 8 elite chip along with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. Both phones perform almost identically in benchmark tests. The OnePlus 13 has variants with up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage however the Xiaomi 15 Pro tops out at 16GB.
Camera
Both phones have triple 50MP cameras. The OnePlus uses Hasselblad tune cameras with a 3x telephoto lens. The Xiaomi 15 Pro uses a Leica tuned sensor, that is slightly bigger. It also has a 5x periscope lens, meaning you get more zoom. If you care about the zoom, then the Xiaomi will be your phone. However, if you want a more natural and consistent look, then the OnePlus is a great option.
Battery & Charging
The Xiaomi has a slightly larger battery with around 6,100mAh compared to the OnePlus’ 6,000mAh. The OnePlus 13 has 100W wired charging. However, the Xiaomi 15 Pro varies. Some sources say it has 90W, whilst others say it has 120W. It would be best to check the official spec page. Both phones have 50W wireless charging.
Build Quality
The OnePlus 13 has a slightly more complete water resistance rating, with IP68 and IP69 ratings compared to the Xiaomi’s IP68. The Xiaomi is slightly slimmer and lighter, being around 204-213 grams. The OnePlus is around 210 grams.
Verdict
If you want the best zoom and Leica tuned camera then the Xiaomi 15 Pro would be your choice. If you want a balanced flagship with great water resistance, Hasselblad colours and a crisp display, then the OnePlus 13 would be the better choice. However, most people will choose based on the price difference. Check the live deals on Amazon/Flipkart and make sure the seller has a good warranty and condition.