HTC U11 vs iPhone 13: Which One Should You Buy?
iPhone 13 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 64.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
HTC U11
iPhone 13
iPhone 13 wins 2 of 8 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6464
- CameraTie7272
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityiPhone 135763
- SecurityiPhone 1386100
- ValueTie6868
- iPhone 13 has the bigger battery3,240 mAh vs 3,000 mAh
- iPhone 13 charges faster20W vs 18W
- iPhone 13 has the bigger screen6.1" vs 5.5"
- HTC U11 is lighter169 g vs 174 g
- HTC U11 launched cheaper$649 vs $799
- HTC U11 has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 12 MP
- iPhone 13 has newer Bluetooth5 vs 4.2
- iPhone 13 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 5
- iPhone 13 is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP67
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 13 wins — BeastScore 64.8/100
The iPhone 13 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (3,240 mAh vs 3,000 mAh) and faster charging (20W vs 18W). The HTC U11 is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 174 g).
Lower launch price: $649 vs $799
Larger battery: 3,240 mAh vs 3,000 mAh · Larger display: 6.1" vs 5.5"
Common questions
Which is better: HTC U11 or iPhone 13?
The iPhone 13 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (3,240 mAh vs 3,000 mAh) and faster charging (20W vs 18W). The HTC U11 is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 174 g). BeastScore: HTC U11 64.8/100, iPhone 13 64.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between HTC U11 and iPhone 13?
HTC U11 has a 5.5-inch display and 3000 mAh battery. iPhone 13 has a 6.1-inch display and 3240 mAh battery.
How do HTC U11 and iPhone 13 compare for speed?
HTC U11 scores 64/100 for performance; iPhone 13 scores 64/100.
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