OnePlus 13R vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
The Verdict
OnePlus 13R delivers flagship performance at a compelling $400 price advantage, featuring the newer Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, superior 6000mAh battery with 80W charging, and a brighter 4500-nit display with better camera versatility via its 50MP telephoto. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 justifies premium pricing through innovative foldable design with dual displays and water resistance (IPX8), though its older Gen 2 chipset, modest 3700mAh battery, and dimmer 1600-nit screen present compromises. For pure performance and value, OnePlus 13R excels with modern specs and reliability. Galaxy Z Flip 5 appeals to those prioritizing unique form factor and willing to accept battery anxiety. Recommend OnePlus 13R for most buyers seeking flagship capability at mid-range pricing.
Who Should Buy
Buy the OnePlus 13R if…
- →Last-gen flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 at a $599 price is terrific value
- →6000 mAh battery is among the largest in any flagship phone
- →4500-nit display brightness matches phones costing twice as much
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 if…
- →Much larger 3.4-inch cover screen allows full app use when folded
- →Compact pocketable flip form factor
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship chip
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
OnePlus 13R
Pros
- Last-gen flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 at a $599 price is terrific value
- 6000 mAh battery is among the largest in any flagship phone
- 4500-nit display brightness matches phones costing twice as much
- 80W fast charging fills the huge battery in under 40 minutes
- Clean OxygenOS 15 is close to stock Android
Cons
- 8MP ultrawide is a notable weak point
- No wireless charging
- IP65 water resistance is below IP68 competitors
- 50MP 2x telephoto is good but not a true periscope zoom
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Pros
- Much larger 3.4-inch cover screen allows full app use when folded
- Compact pocketable flip form factor
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship chip
- IPX8 water resistance
- Stylish design with many color options
Cons
- Small 3700 mAh battery drains quickly
- Only 12 MP main camera, no telephoto
- Slow 25W charging
- Inner display crease still noticeable
Full Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus 13R | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 15 (OxygenOS 15) | Android 13, One UI 5.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 206 g | 187 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 7i | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP65 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 75.8 x 8.0 mm | 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm unfolded |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS (Sony LYT-700) | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 10 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 50 MP, f/2.0, 2x telephoto | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2, 112-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 6000 mAh | 3700 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.78 inches | 6.7 inches inner, 3.4 inches cover |
| Type | LTPO AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2780 x 1264 | 2640 x 1080 inner, 720 x 748 cover |
| Refresh rate | 1-120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 4500 | 1600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A520) | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.3 |
Related Comparisons
This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
Explore more in phones, see all OnePlus products or all Samsung products. View full details for the OnePlus 13R or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5.