Xiaomi 13 Pro vs Oppo Reno14: Which Flagship Reigns Supreme?

The Xiaomi 13 Pro and Oppo Reno14 represent distinct approaches to the flagship smartphone experience. The Xiaomi 13 Pro, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, aims for uncompromising performance, while the Oppo Reno14 leverages the Mediatek Dimensity 8350 to balance power with efficiency and potentially a more accessible price point. This comparison dissects their key differences to determine which device delivers the best value.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For users prioritizing raw power and a premium experience, the Xiaomi 13 Pro is the clear winner. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and faster charging significantly outperform the Reno14. However, the Reno14 offers a compelling alternative for those seeking a strong performer at a potentially lower cost.

PHONES
Phone Names Oppo Reno14 Xiaomi 13 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - InternationalHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 - International
5G bands1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
 -1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - China
Launch
Announced2025, May 152022, December 11
StatusAvailable. Released 2025, May 23Available. Released 2022, December 14
Body
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), aluminum alloy frame, glass backGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), ceramic back or silicone polymer back, aluminum frame
Dimensions157.9 x 74.7 x 7.3 mm (6.22 x 2.94 x 0.29 in)162.9 x 74.6 x 8.4 mm or 8.7 mm
SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight187 g (6.60 oz)210 g or 229 g (7.41 oz)
 -IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Display
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 7i or Crystal Shield GlassCorning Gorilla Glass Victus
Resolution1256 x 2760 pixels (~460 ppi density)1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~522 ppi density)
Size6.59 inches, 105.6 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio)6.73 inches, 108.9 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR10+, 600 nits (typ), 1200 nits (HBM)LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 1200 nits (HBM), 1900 nits (peak)
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3x3.20 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.20 GHz Cortex-A510)Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPUMali G615-MC6Adreno 740
OSAndroid 15, ColorOS 15Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HyperOS
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
 -UFS 3.1 - 128GB UFS 4.0 - 256/512GB
Main Camera
FeaturesColor spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Leica lens, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Triple50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.8, 80mm (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 116˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF50.3 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1.0"-type, 1.6µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.0, 75mm (telephoto), PDAF (10cm - ∞), 3.2x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 115˚ (ultrawide), AF
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, HDR8K@24fps (HDR), 4K@24/30/60fps (HDR10+, 10-bit Dolby Vision HDR, 10-bit LOG), 1080p@30/120/240/960fps, 1080p@1920fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesPanorama, HDRHDR, panorama
Single50 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), AF32 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1/3.14", 0.7µm
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR1080p@30fps
Sound
3.5mm jack -No
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 -24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 55.3, A2DP, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Infrared portYesYes
NFCYes (market/region dependent)Yes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSSGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-bandWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass, barometer
Battery
Charging80W wired, 13.5W PD, 33W PPS Reverse wired120W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 19 min 50W wireless, 100% in 36 min 10W reverse wireless
Type6000 mAhLi-Po 4820 mAh
Misc
ColorsTranquil Green (Forest Green), Brilliant White (Pearl White), Black, GreenCeramic White, Ceramic Black, Ceramic Flora Green, Mountain Blue
ModelsPLA110, CPH27372210132G, 2210132C
Price$ 749.00 / £ 599.00 / ₹ 36,799About 750 EUR
SAR1.12 W/kg (head)     0.85 W/kg (body)-
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 115h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -25.6 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 1281666 (v9) GeekBench: 5087 (v5.1), 5323 (v6) GFXBench: 64fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo Reno14

  • Superior performance with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
  • Significantly faster 120W wired charging
  • Brighter and potentially more accurate display
  • Likely more advanced camera system

  • Potentially higher price
  • May run hotter under sustained load

Xiaomi 13 Pro

  • Potentially more affordable price point
  • Fast 80W wired charging
  • Efficient Dimensity 8350 processor
  • Reverse wired charging

  • Less powerful processor than Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
  • Slower charging speeds compared to Xiaomi 13 Pro

Display Comparison

The Xiaomi 13 Pro boasts a significantly brighter display, reaching a measured 1253 nits, compared to an unspecified peak brightness for the Reno14. While both utilize 4nm chipsets, the brighter display of the Xiaomi 13 Pro will be more visible outdoors. The Xiaomi 13 Pro’s ‘Infinite’ contrast ratio (nominal) suggests a high-quality panel, likely OLED, offering deep blacks. The Reno14’s display specifications are less detailed, making a direct comparison of color accuracy and panel technology difficult, but it’s likely to be a high-quality AMOLED panel as well.

Camera Comparison

Both devices are advertised as having strong photo and video capabilities, but detailed sensor information is lacking for the Reno14. The Xiaomi 13 Pro likely features a larger main sensor, benefiting from better light gathering and dynamic range. The Xiaomi 13 Pro’s image processing, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2’s ISP, will likely offer more sophisticated features and better overall image quality. Without specific details on the Reno14’s camera system, it’s difficult to make a precise comparison, but the Xiaomi 13 Pro’s flagship status suggests a more advanced and versatile camera setup.

Performance

The Xiaomi 13 Pro’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is the performance leader. Its octa-core configuration, featuring a Cortex-X3 prime core clocked at 3.2 GHz, provides a substantial advantage over the Reno14’s Dimensity 8350. While both chips are built on a 4nm process, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2’s architecture is more advanced, offering superior CPU and GPU performance. The Reno14’s Dimensity 8350, with its mix of Cortex-A715 and A510 cores, is still a capable performer, but will likely show its limitations in graphically intensive games or demanding multitasking scenarios. The Xiaomi 13 Pro’s LPDDR5x RAM (assumed, based on flagship status) will further enhance its performance.

Battery Life

The Xiaomi 13 Pro’s battery life is rated at an endurance rating of 115 hours with active use scoring 10:55h, indicating excellent longevity. Crucially, it supports 120W wired charging, achieving a full charge in just 19 minutes. It also offers 50W wireless charging (36 minutes to full) and 10W reverse wireless charging. The Oppo Reno14 offers 80W wired charging, 13.5W PD, 33W PPS, and reverse wired charging. While 80W is fast, it’s significantly slower than the Xiaomi 13 Pro’s 120W. The Reno14’s battery capacity is unspecified, but the Xiaomi 13 Pro’s combination of capacity and charging speed provides a clear advantage.

Buying Guide

Buy the Oppo Reno14 if you need a well-rounded smartphone with fast 80W charging and a focus on everyday usability, and are comfortable with a slightly less powerful processor. Buy the Xiaomi 13 Pro if you demand top-tier performance for gaming and demanding tasks, require the fastest possible charging (120W wired, 50W wireless), and value a brighter, potentially more color-accurate display.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Dimensity 8350 in the Oppo Reno14 struggle with demanding games like Genshin Impact?
While the Dimensity 8350 is a capable chip, it will likely require reduced graphics settings in demanding titles like Genshin Impact to maintain a stable frame rate. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in the Xiaomi 13 Pro offers significantly more headroom for gaming at higher settings.
❓ How much faster is the 120W charging on the Xiaomi 13 Pro compared to the 80W charging on the Oppo Reno14 in real-world use?
The Xiaomi 13 Pro can fully charge in 19 minutes, while the Reno14 takes considerably longer. This means you can quickly top up the Xiaomi 13 Pro during short breaks, making it ideal for users who are frequently on the go. The Reno14’s 80W charging is still fast, but the difference is substantial.
❓ Is the camera on the Xiaomi 13 Pro significantly better for low-light photography?
Given the Xiaomi 13 Pro’s likely larger sensor and the advanced image processing capabilities of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, it will almost certainly perform better in low-light conditions, capturing more detail and less noise compared to the Reno14.