In the ever-evolving landscape of flagship smartphones, the OnePlus 13 and Vivo X200 FE stand out as two of the most compelling premium devices in 2025. Both phones bring top-tier performance, advanced camera setups, high refresh rate displays, and robust build quality to the table. However, each takes a slightly different approach to what a modern flagship should be. If you're trying to decide which one is better suited for your lifestyle and preferences, here's an in-depth comparison to help you make an informed decision.
The OnePlus 13 exudes premium craftsmanship with its refined materials and larger footprint. Built with a glass front protected by Ceramic Guard, a glass or eco-leather back, and an aluminum frame, it delivers both durability and style. The device feels solid in hand with a weight of around 210–213 grams and offers IP68/IP69 certification for protection against dust and water—even high-pressure jets.
On the other hand, the Vivo X200 FE is more compact and lightweight, weighing only 186 grams. It features a glass back and front with a sturdy aluminum frame, protected by Schott Xensation glass. While the design is sleeker and easier to handle one-handed, it still maintains IP68/IP69 certification, ensuring the same level of water and dust resistance.
If you prefer a larger, more substantial phone with luxurious material options, the OnePlus 13 might appeal more. But if portability and lighter form factor are key, the Vivo X200 FE takes the lead.
The OnePlus 13 features a massive 6.82-inch LTPO 4.1 AMOLED display with a sharp 1440 x 3168 resolution, offering a crisp pixel density of 510 ppi. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HDR Vivid. It also reaches an incredible 4500 nits of peak brightness, ensuring unmatched visibility even in direct sunlight. The Ceramic Guard glass offers top-notch protection and enhances the viewing experience with ultra HDR support.
The Vivo X200 FE, while slightly smaller at 6.31 inches, also uses LTPO AMOLED technology and supports a 120Hz refresh rate. It offers a resolution of 1216 x 2640 with a pixel density of 461 ppi. Impressively, Vivo claims a peak brightness of 5000 nits, making it even brighter on paper than the OnePlus. While it may not have Dolby Vision or Ceramic Guard, the Schott Xensation glass and vibrant display are still outstanding.
In summary, OnePlus 13 offers a more immersive, higher-resolution experience, but the Vivo X200 FE shines (literally) with its brightness and slightly more compact size.
Performance is a key battleground for these two devices. The OnePlus 13 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, built on a 3nm process. This SoC includes high-performance Oryon V2 Phoenix cores clocked up to 4.32 GHz and is paired with the Adreno 830 GPU. It's among the most powerful chips available, evidenced by its incredible benchmark scores—AnTuTu: 2.69 million and Geekbench 6: 9278.
The phone is available with up to 24GB RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, making it a true powerhouse for gaming, multitasking, and media creation. The device runs on Android 15, layered with OxygenOS 15 globally or ColorOS 15 in China, and is guaranteed four major Android updates.
The Vivo X200 FE features the new MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset (4nm), with a max clock speed of 3.4 GHz and the powerful Immortalis-G720 MC12 GPU. It's no slouch in performance, offering flagship-level gaming and app performance. The device comes with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage and runs Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15.
While Vivo holds its own for most users, the OnePlus 13 is the undisputed leader when it comes to raw performance, efficiency, and future-proofing, thanks to faster storage and better GPU power.
Photography enthusiasts will find a lot to love in both devices, though their approaches differ.
The OnePlus 13 boasts a triple 50MP camera setup: a wide lens with multi-directional PDAF and OIS, a periscope telephoto with 3x optical zoom, and an ultra-wide sensor with a 120° field of view. Hasselblad color calibration, laser focus, and a color spectrum sensor enhance image fidelity and dynamic range. Video performance is top-tier with support for 8K@30fps, Dolby Vision, and multiple 4K/slow-motion options.
Its 32MP front-facing camera is great for selfies and supports 4K@60fps video, ensuring vlogging and video calls look sharp.
The Vivo X200 FE comes close with its own 50MP triple rear system. It includes a wide main sensor, a periscope telephoto with 3x optical zoom and OIS, and an 8MP ultrawide camera. Zeiss optics and the Zeiss T* lens coating add credibility to Vivo’s camera game, especially in low-light and color-accurate photography. The front shooter is a higher-resolution 50MP sensor that also supports 4K video.
If your focus is on detailed photography and cinematic video recording, OnePlus 13 takes the edge. However, selfie lovers might prefer Vivo’s sharper front-facing camera.
The OnePlus 13 packs a 6000 mAh battery with blazing-fast 100W wired charging, which juices the device to 50% in just 13 minutes and 100% in 36 minutes. It also supports 50W wireless charging, 10W reverse wireless, and 5W reverse wired charging—one of the most complete charging packages on any smartphone.
The Vivo X200 FE, on the global version, offers a slightly larger 6500 mAh battery but charges a bit slower at 90W, reaching full charge in about 57 minutes. It lacks wireless charging but does offer reverse wired charging.
For users prioritizing fast, flexible charging and wireless convenience, OnePlus 13 is the clear winner. Vivo, however, offers more raw battery capacity which can benefit heavy users.
Both devices offer premium connectivity features such as 5G support, Wi-Fi 6/7 (region-dependent for Vivo), Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, infrared blaster, and dual SIM + eSIM capabilities. OnePlus 13 stands out with USB Type-C 3.2 for faster data transfer, compared to Vivo’s Type-C 2.0.
OnePlus also includes an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor for better accuracy and the Google-powered Circle to Search feature, which is missing on Vivo.
The OnePlus 13 starts at ₹69,997, while the Vivo X200 FE is expected to start at ₹59,999 in India. The price difference reflects the gap in performance and charging features but could be a deciding factor for budget-conscious buyers.
Choosing between the OnePlus 13 and Vivo X200 FE ultimately depends on what you value most.
Both phones are impressive in their own right, but OnePlus 13 offers a more complete flagship experience, whereas Vivo X200 FE delivers excellent value at a lower price.
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