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OnePlus Nord CE5 5G vs Xiaomi 13 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

Xiaomi 13 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
OnePlus · 2025

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G
85/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2023

Xiaomi 13 Pro

Xiaomi 13 Pro
85/ 100
Launch price$1,299
Head-to-head

Xiaomi 13 Pro wins 4 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G
OnePlus Nord CE5 5G
2 wins
Xiaomi 13 Pro
Xiaomi 13 Pro
4 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
OnePlus Nord CE5 5GXiaomi 13 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedXiaomi 13 Pro
    86
    90
  • CameraXiaomi 13 Pro
    80
    91
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryOnePlus Nord CE5 5G
    86
    82
  • DisplayXiaomi 13 Pro
    89
    90
  • ConnectivityTie
    65
    65
  • SecurityXiaomi 13 Pro
    57
    100
  • ValueOnePlus Nord CE5 5G
    85
    55
Key differences
  • OnePlus Nord CE5 5G has the bigger battery5,200 mAh vs 4,820 mAh
  • Xiaomi 13 Pro charges faster120W vs 80W
  • OnePlus Nord CE5 5G has the bigger screen6.77" vs 6.73"
  • OnePlus Nord CE5 5G is lighter199 g vs 210 g
  • OnePlus Nord CE5 5G has newer Bluetooth5.4 vs 5.3
  • Xiaomi 13 Pro has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Dimensity 8350 Apex
  • Xiaomi 13 Pro is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP65
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy OnePlus Nord CE5 5G
  • ✓11 g lighter (199 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 5,200 mAh battery (+380 mAh)
  • ✓6.77" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi 13 Pro
  • ✓$8700 cheaper at launch ($1299 vs $9999)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.73" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationOnePlus Nord CE5 5GXiaomi 13 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 Xiaomi 13 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeFluid AMOLEDLTPO AMOLED
Screen Size6.77"6.73"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (388 ppi)3200x1440 (522 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A2,800 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi 13 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorDimensity 8350 Apex Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedAdreno 740
Operating SystemAndroid 15Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256 GB128GB / 256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi 13 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera System50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX989
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)50 MP (3x optical zoom), f/3, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A50 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MP32 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 OnePlus Nord CE5 5G Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A162.9 x 74.6 x 8.38 mm
Weight199 g210 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP65IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 OnePlus Nord CE5 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,200 mAh4,820 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging120W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed50W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 6E
Bluetoothv5.45.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 2.0USB-C 2.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$1299
Our verdict

Xiaomi 13 Pro wins — BeastScore 85.2/100

After comparing all the specs, Xiaomi 13 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 80W.

Buy OnePlus Nord CE5 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+380 mAh more) · Lighter body: 199g (11g lighter in hand)

Buy Xiaomi 13 Pro if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 80W

Common questions

Which is better: OnePlus Nord CE5 5G or Xiaomi 13 Pro?

Xiaomi 13 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.2/100 compared to OnePlus Nord CE5 5G (84.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 80W.

What are the main battery and display differences between OnePlus Nord CE5 5G and Xiaomi 13 Pro?

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G has a 6.77-inch display and 5200 mAh battery. Xiaomi 13 Pro has a 6.73-inch display and 4820 mAh battery.

How do OnePlus Nord CE5 5G and Xiaomi 13 Pro compare for speed?

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G scores 86/100 for performance; Xiaomi 13 Pro scores 90/100.

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