iPhone 16 Pro Max VS OnePlus 13

88

iPhone 16 Pro Max

6.9-inch OLED 120Hz · A18 Pro · 4685mAh · 48MP · IP68

$1199

MSRP

91

OnePlus 13

6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED 120Hz · Snapdragon 8 Elite · 6000mAh · 50MP · IP68/IP69

$899

MSRP

$1199

MSRP

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$889.99

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Our verdict

The OnePlus 13 takes the performance lead, 3% ahead overall, driven by its Snapdragon 8 Elite and an AnTuTu score of 3,145,582.

On value the OnePlus 13 stands out at $899, pairing a 50MP main camera with a 6000mAh battery.

For most buyers the OnePlus 13 is the smarter choice. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences.

Performance winner

OnePlus 13

3% faster overall

Best value for money

OnePlus 13

39% better value per dollar

iPhone 16 Pro Max best for

Value for money

39% better value per dollar

Overview

The OnePlus 13 comes out ahead overall, scoring 91 to the iPhone 16 Pro Max's 88. Priced at $899 against $1199, the choice between them is as much about budget as specs, and each phone leans toward a slightly different buyer.

Performance

For raw speed the OnePlus 13 takes the lead, with an AnTuTu score of 3,145,582 against 1,750,331, driven by its Snapdragon 8 Elite. Both feel quick in everyday use, but the gap shows up in demanding games and heavy multitasking where the faster chip pulls ahead.

Cameras

The iPhone 16 Pro Max pairs a 48MP main camera with 5x optical zoom and a 12MP front sensor. The OnePlus 13 answers with 50MP, 3x zoom and a 32MP selfie camera. The iPhone 16 Pro Max reaches further with its longer optical zoom, which helps for portraits and distant subjects.

Battery and charging

Battery favours the OnePlus 13, with a 6000mAh cell against 4685mAh. For refills the iPhone 16 Pro Max is quickest at , spending less time tied to a charger.

Display

Both use high refresh rate OLED screens. The iPhone 16 Pro Max measures 6.9" and peaks at 2000 nits, while the OnePlus 13 is 6.82" and reaches 4500 nits. Screen size and outright brightness are where they separate most.

Which should you buy

Overall the OnePlus 13 is the one we would steer most buyers toward. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Consider the iPhone 16 Pro Max instead if camera versatility matters more to you.

battery

Battery
4685mAh
6000mAh
Wireless charging
25W
50W

camera

Main camera
48MP
50MP
Optical zoom
5x
3x
Ultrawide
48MP
50MP
Front camera
12MP
32MP
Max video
4K120
8K30

display

Display size
6.9"
6.82"
Display type
OLED
LTPO AMOLED
Refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Peak brightness
2000 nits
4500 nits
Resolution
2868x1320
3168x1440

Performance

Chipset
A18 Pro
Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM
8GB
12GB
Storage
256GB
256GB

Physical

Weight
227g
210g
Thickness
8.25mm
8.5mm
Water resistance
IP68
IP68

Synthetic & compute benchmarks

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
8,789 pts
8,945 pts
Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
3,285 pts
2,899 pts
AnTuTu v11
1,750,331 pts
3,145,582 pts

Frequently asked questions

Is the iPhone 16 Pro Max better than the OnePlus 13?

Overall the OnePlus 13 scores 91 out of 100 against the iPhone 16 Pro Max's 88, so it edges ahead on our combined rating. Even so, the two are close enough that price, size and your preferred ecosystem should also guide the decision.

Which has the better camera, the iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13?

The OnePlus 13 has the stronger camera on paper, leading with a 50MP main sensor and 3x optical zoom. Both take excellent photos, but the OnePlus 13 offers more reach and flexibility.

Which has better battery life, the iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13?

The OnePlus 13 carries the larger 6000mAh battery against 4685mAh, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max charges fastest at . For heavy all-day use the OnePlus 13 is the safer bet.

Which is faster, the iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13?

In benchmarks the OnePlus 13 is quicker, posting an AnTuTu score of 3,145,582 against 1,750,331 thanks to its Snapdragon 8 Elite. Both handle everyday tasks smoothly, but the OnePlus 13 pulls ahead in demanding games.

Should I buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13?

For most buyers the OnePlus 13 is the smarter pick, balancing performance, features and price. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Choose the iPhone 16 Pro Max if camera versatility is your priority.

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