The OnePlus Nord CE4 launched recently in India and has quickly emerged as one of the most popular smartphones under Rs 30,000. Priced at Rs 26,999, it directly competes with another popular mid-range phone, the Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G, which starts at Rs 25,999. Today, we’ll compare both smartphones to find out which phone offers better performance for its price.
Before we begin, here are the key specifications of the two smartphones:
| Smartphone | OnePlus Nord CE4 | Redmi Note 13 Pro |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 720 | Qualcomm Adreno 710 |
| Memory | Up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 256GB UFS 3.1 storage | Up to 12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 256GB UFS 2.2 storage |
Table of Contents
Geekbench
The Geekbench benchmark tests the single-core and multi-core performance of the smartphone’s CPU. The OnePlus Nord CE4 scored 1138 on the single-core test and 2950 on the multi-core test. In comparison, the Redmi Note 13 Pro logs 1024 on the single-core test and 2893 on the multi-score test. The Nord CE4 offers marginally better multi-core performance, which affects tasks like multi-tasking, video recording and such. The single-core performance on the Nord CE4 is also better, but it’s not a significant difference. Single-core performance affects resource-intensive tasks like gaming, web browsing, etc.
| OnePlus Nord CE4 | REDMI NOTE 13 PRO |
| Single-core: 1138 | Single-core: 1024 |
| Single-core: 2950 | Multi-core: 2893 |
Winner: OnePlus Nord CE4
AnTuTu
The AnTuTu benchmark evaluates various aspects in a smartphone, which includes CPU, GPU, MEM (RAM+ROM), and UX (user experience). The OnePlus Nord CE4 registers an aggregate score of 8,19,347. The Note 13 Pro instead, clocks an aggregate score of 5,80,250. The Nord CE4 outperforms the Note 13 Pro in aspects like CPU performance, with almost 30 percent improvement and GPU, where it offers 55 percent better GPU performance.
| OnePlus Nord CE4 | REDMI NOTE 13 PRO |
| AnTuTu score: 8,19,347 | AnTuTu score: 5,80,250 |
Winner: OnePlus Nord CE4
Gaming test
The final test on the list is the gaming test. We played BGMI on both phones with identical graphical settings to find out which smartphone delivers better gaming experience. The Nord CE4 is superior in this comparison, as the smartphone is capable of playing the game at Ultra HDR resolution, which the Note 13 Pro does not support. At HDR resolution, both devices deliver a smooth gaming experience, devoid of any stutters or sudden lags. Considering thermal management, the Nord CE4 experiences a temperature rise of 8.1 degrees C, while the Note 13 Pro registers a temperature increase of 11.1 degrees C. The Nord CE4 also offers better heat management compared to the Note 13 Pro.
Winner: OnePlus Nord CE4
Verdict
From the tests up till now, it is abundantly clear that when it comes to performance, the OnePlus Nord CE4 is the superior device. It beats the Redmi Note 13 Pro in every metric we tested and also offers slightly better hardware, with its UFS 3.1 storage. The Redmi Note 13 Pro instead offers a higher RAM variant at 12GB, compared to Nord CE4. This impacts the performance slightly, which is reflected in the close MEM (memory) scores in the AnTuTu benchmark test for both phones.
If performance is a priority for you, the OnePlus Nord CE4 emerges as the better option between the two, boasting a robust 5,500mAh battery with 100W fast charging support. On the other hand, the Redmi Note 13 Pro may appeal to buyers seeking an enhanced multimedia experience, offering a higher resolution and brighter display panel with Gorilla Glass Victus protection, along with a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is a rare feature at this price point.
