Galaxy S8+ vs iPhone 13 mini: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy S8+
iPhone 13 mini
Too close to call: 1 of 8 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6464
- CameraTie7272
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieiPhone 13 mini4060
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityGalaxy S8+6563
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueTie6868
- Galaxy S8+ has the bigger battery3,500 mAh vs 2,438 mAh
- iPhone 13 mini charges faster20W vs 15W
- Galaxy S8+ has the bigger screen6.2" vs 5.4"
- iPhone 13 mini is lighter140 g vs 173 g
- iPhone 13 mini launched cheaper$699 vs $824
- iPhone 13 mini has a sharper selfie camera12 MP vs 8 MP
- iPhone 13 mini has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 5
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Galaxy S8+ and iPhone 13 mini are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy S8+ for its bigger battery (3,500 mAh vs 2,438 mAh) and bigger screen (6.2" vs 5.4"), or the iPhone 13 mini for its faster charging (20W vs 15W) and lighter body (140 g vs 173 g).
Larger battery: 3,500 mAh vs 2,438 mAh · Larger display: 6.2" vs 5.4"
Lighter: 140 g vs 173 g (33 g less) · Lower launch price: $699 vs $824
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy S8+ or iPhone 13 mini?
It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy S8+ for its bigger battery (3,500 mAh vs 2,438 mAh) and bigger screen (6.2" vs 5.4"), or the iPhone 13 mini for its faster charging (20W vs 15W) and lighter body (140 g vs 173 g). BeastScore: Galaxy S8+ 64.8/100, iPhone 13 mini 64.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S8+ and iPhone 13 mini?
Galaxy S8+ has a 6.2-inch display and 3500 mAh battery. iPhone 13 mini has a 5.4-inch display and 2438 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy S8+ and iPhone 13 mini compare for speed?
Galaxy S8+ scores 64/100 for performance; iPhone 13 mini scores 64/100.
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