OnePlus Nord 3vsApple iPhone 13 mini

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

OnePlus
OnePlus Nord 3
Nord 3
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 9000
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The OnePlus Nord 3 boasts an impressive battery life that lasts up to 103 hours on a single charge.
The OnePlus Nord 3's impressive display boasts vibrant visuals, seamless performance, and excellent brightness.
The OnePlus Nord 3 delivers decent camera results, despite some minor drawbacks at its affordable price point.
The OnePlus Nord 3's exceptional performance and smooth operation make it a top mid-range phone choice overall.
Apple
Apple iPhone 13 mini
iPhone 13 mini
Processor:Apple A15 Bionic
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The iPhone 13 Mini boasts an impressive 75-hour battery life, defying size expectations significantly.
The iPhone 13 mini's display boasts excellent brightness and color accuracy, making it a standout feature overall.
The iPhone 13 Mini's camera produces great photos and videos, competitive with other flagship cameras despite some limitations.
The iPhone 13 mini boasts exceptional performance, offering seamless multitasking and efficient processing with its A15 Bionic chip.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
OnePlus Nord 3
3.05 GHz
Apple iPhone 13 mini
3.10 GHz

RAM

Winner
OnePlus Nord 3
8GB
Apple iPhone 13 mini
4GB

Storage

Tie
OnePlus Nord 3
128GB
Apple iPhone 13 mini
128GB

Weight

Winner
OnePlus Nord 3
193g
Apple iPhone 13 mini
141g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
OnePlus OnePlus Nord 3
Apple Apple iPhone 13 mini
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 9000
Apple A15 Bionic
CPU
1x Cortex, X2 3.05GHz + 3x Cortex, A710 2.85GHz + 4x Cortex, A510 1.85GHz
2x3.1GHz Firestorm + 4x1.8GHz Icestorm
Type
Octa-Core
Hexa-Core
Nanometer
4
5
Frequency
3.05
3.10
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Mali-G710 MC10
4 core Apple GPU graphics
RAM
8
4
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5
Capacity
128
128
Type
UFS Storage 3.1
N/A
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
No
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
No
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Barometer sensor
N/A
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
LiDAR scanner
N/A
Yes
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS / DTS X, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Antutu Score
1103441
1250240
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 89% of devices
Overall performance better than 91% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
Heat dissipation area 29345.5mm² (VC vapor chamber area 4129mm²)
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

OnePlus Nord 3

Strengths

The specs look great here so could this be the OnePlus Flagship killer we've been waiting for
A flagship-grade display with a high refresh rate and HDR10+ support makes it feel like a premium phone
The battery life is good, with an endurance rating of 103 hours in our tests
Fast charging is super fast, with a bundled 80W charger that can charge the phone from 0 to 98% in half an hour
The camera setup is decent, with a 50MP main cam and support for 4K video recording at 60fps
The interface of the Nord 3 is oneplus's Oxygen OS 13.1 on top of Android 13, which provides a smooth user experience
The phone runs smoothly and heavy gaming and multitasking are no problem here
The camera app is well-designed, with features like night mode and portrait mode working quite well

Weaknesses

There's no support for high frame rate gaming, which might be a letdown for some users
The macro camera is hardly praiseworthy, with limited detail and visible noise
The front-facing cam is only 16MP, which is not impressive compared to other phones in this price range
There's no electronic stabilization in 4K video recording, which might make it harder to capture smooth footage
Low light photos from the ultra-wide camera could use a boost in exposure
The phone's thermal performance was mixed during our CPU stress test
The design of the Nord 3 is similar to previous OnePlus phones, with no significant change
There's limited flexibility in terms of storage and RAM options

Apple iPhone 13 mini

Strengths

The iPhone 13 mini has a beautiful, durable, and lightweight design that is perfect for those who prefer smaller phones.
It has excellent speakers with good loudness, audio quality, and bass response.
The camera quality is top-notch, with great photos in both daylight and low-light conditions, as well as impressive video recording capabilities.
The phone's performance is fast and powerful, thanks to the A15 Bionic chip and 4GB of RAM.

Weaknesses

The iPhone 13 mini's screen doesn't have a high refresh rate, which may be a disappointment for some users.
The ultra-wide camera has fixed focus, which can be limiting in certain situations.
The phone's battery life is decent but not impressive, with a rating of around 75 hours of endurance.
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OnePlus Nord 3

The OnePlus Nord 3 is a significant upgrade in the mid-range segment, boasting flagship-grade specs without the hefty price tag. With a powerful Mediatek Dimensity 9000 chipset, high-end display, and fast charging capabilities, this phone promises to deliver premium performance at an affordable price. The camera setup, featuring a Sony IMX 890 sensor, also shows promise in capturing detailed photos with great dynamic range. But can the Nord 3 live up to its potential as a flagship killer? Our review aims to put this question to rest and provide an honest assessment of its capabilities.

Apple iPhone 13 mini

The iPhone 13 mini is identical in size and design to its predecessor, the iPhone 12 mini, with some minor changes such as diagonal camera alignment and a slightly reduced notch. Despite being heavier and thicker than the 12 mini, it still feels comfortable to use due to its compact size. One of the standout features of the iPhone 13 mini is its display, which boasts a 5.4-inch Super Retina XDR screen with HDR 10 Dolby Vision support. The screen has excellent brightness, color accuracy, and pixel density, making it one of the sharpest displays on this year's iPhone lineup. The phone also features stereo speakers with good loudness and audio quality, and a large 2,438mAh battery that provides an impressive 75-hour endurance rating. Despite being small, the battery is 10% larger than last year's model. Under the hood, the iPhone 13 mini packs Apple's A15 Bionic chip with 4GB of RAM, making it one of the fastest mobile chipsets available. The phone also features iOS 15 out of the box, which brings improved notification management and other significant upgrades. The camera system on the iPhone 13 mini is identical to its larger siblings, featuring a 12MP main camera and a 12MP ultrawide camera with sensor shift stabilization and fixed focus. While the camera performs well in good light conditions, it struggles with foliage rendering and noise in low-light situations. The selfie camera, however, produces excellent results with great detail, contrast, and color accuracy. Overall, the iPhone 13 mini offers a unique blend of compact design, excellent display, powerful performance, and top-notch camera quality, making it the best compact flagship on the market.

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