The OnePlus 13 and Google Pixel 9 Pro are both powerful smartphones with similar features, but while the OnePlus 13 has a larger display and a faster processor, the Google Pixel 9 Pro has better cameras, advanced AI tools for efficiency and seven years of updates.
The OnePlus 13 has Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and runs on Android 15 while the Google Pixel 9 Pro has Google Tensor G4 processor and runs on Android 14.
OnePlus 13 has a 6.8-inch screen whereas the Google Pixel 9 Pro has a 6.3-inch screen, but both have OLED displays.
The OnePlus 13 also has a larger battery while the Google Pixel 9 Pro has better cameras with its front-facing selfie camera having 42MP, twice the resolution of the OnePlus 13.
The OnePlus 13 has special features like dual water resistance rating of IP68 and IP69, and is powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.
However, the Google Pixel 9 Pro might be a better option due to features like advanced AI tools that help improve efficiency and optimize work, and seven years of updates.
Both the OnePlus 13 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro support 5G networks and come with USB-C ports for charging purposes.
The OnePlus 13 is priced at $630 whereas the Google Pixel 9 Pro is already available for $999, but as of writing, there is a $200 discount for Black Friday.
The verdict: While the OnePlus 13 is more powerful, the Google Pixel 9 Pro has better features like AI tools and camera setup that make it the winner.
Both phones are good options for users who want to upgrade their Android devices from their current smartphones.