Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming vs OnePlus 13: Which One Should You Buy?
Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.1/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming
OnePlus 13
Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedXiaomi Black Shark Gaming9590
- CameraOnePlus 138091
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryOnePlus 1395100
- DisplayXiaomi Black Shark Gaming9490
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueXiaomi Black Shark Gaming8568
- Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming has the bigger battery7,300 mAh vs 6,000 mAh
- Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming has the bigger screen8.8" vs 6.82"
- OnePlus 13 has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite vs Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming wins — BeastScore 90.1/100
The Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,300 mAh vs 6,000 mAh) and bigger screen (8.8" vs 6.82"). The OnePlus 13 is worth a look if you prefer its faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Snapdragon 8s Gen 3).
Larger battery: 7,300 mAh vs 6,000 mAh · Larger display: 8.8" vs 6.82"
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Common questions
Which is better: Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming or OnePlus 13?
The Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,300 mAh vs 6,000 mAh) and bigger screen (8.8" vs 6.82"). The OnePlus 13 is worth a look if you prefer its faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Snapdragon 8s Gen 3). BeastScore: Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming 90.1/100, OnePlus 13 90.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming and OnePlus 13?
Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming has a 8.8-inch display and 7300 mAh battery. OnePlus 13 has a 6.82-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.
How do Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming and OnePlus 13 compare for speed?
Xiaomi Black Shark Gaming scores 95/100 for performance; OnePlus 13 scores 90/100.
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