In the ever-evolving world of Android smartphones, 2025 has brought two standout contenders that are redefining the premium segment — the OnePlus 13 and the Poco F7 Ultra. While OnePlus has long been known for delivering flagship-level performance with clean software and polished hardware, Poco continues to shake up the market with aggressively priced devices packed with top-tier specs. Let’s dive deep into how these two powerhouses stack up against each other in real-world use, performance, design, and overall value.
The OnePlus 13 stands out with its larger footprint and an elegant design that’s available in finishes like Black Eclipse, Arctic Dawn, and Midnight Ocean. Its build exudes class, offering a combination of ceramic guard glass at the front and either glass or eco-leather at the back. The aluminum frame adds to the premium feel, and IP68/IP69 ratings make it ready for both dust and high-pressure water encounters — a rarity even in top-tier phones.
The Poco F7 Ultra, though slightly more compact, also brings a sturdy and sophisticated build. It features Poco Shield Glass on both front and back with an aluminum frame and a top-tier IP68 water resistance rating. With color options like Black and Yellow, the F7 Ultra carries a bold and modern aesthetic that appeals to younger users looking for style with substance.
If there’s one area where both phones shine — literally — it’s the display. The OnePlus 13 boasts a stunning 6.82-inch LTPO 4.1 AMOLED panel with a jaw-dropping 4500 nits peak brightness, ensuring visibility even under harsh sunlight. It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid, and Ultra HDR image rendering for vibrant visuals. The 1440 x 3168 resolution with 510ppi makes everything from text to video crystal clear.
Poco F7 Ultra counters with a slightly smaller but sharper 6.67-inch AMOLED display, with a 1440 x 3200 resolution and a peak brightness of 3200 nits. It may not hit the same brightness as OnePlus, but it offers an equally immersive experience with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and excellent color accuracy.
Both devices share the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm) chipset, making them blazing fast and future-proof. With identical CPU and GPU architectures (Oryon V2 Phoenix cores and Adreno 830), both phones handle heavy multitasking, gaming, and productivity tasks with ease. However, benchmarks suggest a slight edge to the OnePlus 13, which scores 2690491 on AnTuTu, compared to Poco’s 2580520.
The OnePlus 13 also features a variant with a mind-blowing 1TB storage and 24GB RAM, an option that the Poco F7 Ultra currently lacks (maxing out at 512GB and 16GB RAM). That gives power users and gamers more headroom for multitasking and storing massive files.
When it comes to camera setups, the OnePlus 13 impresses with its Hasselblad-tuned triple 50MP system. The periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, ultrawide sensor, and wide-angle lens deliver impressive versatility and quality. Video lovers will enjoy 8K recording, Dolby Vision support, and a rich color science courtesy of Hasselblad calibration.
Poco F7 Ultra, while equally competitive, leans toward utility with its 50MP main + 50MP telephoto + 32MP ultrawide combo. Its 2.5x zoom and excellent video capabilities (including 8K at 24fps and 720p at a staggering 1920fps slow motion) cater well to creative users, but overall, OnePlus provides more refined outputs, especially in challenging lighting.
On the front, both sport 32MP selfie cameras, but OnePlus edges ahead with 4K recording at 60fps, ideal for vloggers and video calls. Poco restricts front video to 1080p but still delivers clear shots with HDR support.
Audio-wise, both have stereo speakers and no headphone jack. The Poco F7 Ultra wins slightly with Snapdragon Sound support and a slightly louder -24.7 LUFS output compared to OnePlus' -23.5 LUFS — both sound great but audiophiles might favor Poco.
Battery life is where the OnePlus 13 flexes its muscles. With a 6000mAh battery, it boasts an excellent 15:28h active use score — better than Poco’s 5300mAh cell with a 13:32h score. The OnePlus also supports a wider range of charging methods: 100W wired, 50W wireless, 10W reverse wireless, and 5W reverse wired. Poco does charge faster at 120W, but the OnePlus wins in endurance and flexibility.
Both phones run on Android 15, with OnePlus shipping OxygenOS 15 internationally and ColorOS 15 in China. OnePlus promises four major Android upgrades, making it ideal for long-term users. Poco’s HyperOS 2 offers a more feature-packed, customizable experience but might not appeal to those preferring a cleaner UI.
Extras like infrared blasters, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 vs 6.0, and NFC with eSE are available on both. Poco offers newer Bluetooth tech, while OnePlus brings more robust water protection and slightly better navigation features (with NavIC included).
Price is always a dealbreaker — the OnePlus 13 starts at ₹69,999, while the Poco F7 Ultra begins at ₹54,990. For the price difference, OnePlus offers more in terms of battery, camera quality, storage options, and brand polish. Poco, however, delivers tremendous value with flagship specs for significantly less, making it the ultimate budget flagship killer.
In the end, both phones represent the best of Android in 2025 — OnePlus wins on refinement, Poco wins on value.
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