13 5G vs P3 Pro 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 4 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The P3 Pro 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.
Value Score: 13 5G 69 · P3 Pro 5G 73 — methodology
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
Both displays are effectively the same class.
The P3 Pro 5G's Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4nm) is simply the faster chip.
Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.
6,000mAh vs 5,000mAh — the P3 Pro 5G lasts longer between charges.
The P3 Pro 5G is supported until Feb 2029 — 6 months longer than the 13 5G.
Overall value goes to the P3 Pro 5G at $6.19 per month of safe use.
Full spec table
| Spec | 13 5G | P3 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $160 | $200 |
| Display | 6.72-inch IPS LCD, FHD+, 120Hz | 6.83-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 1500 nits peak |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4nm) |
| RAM | 8GB/12GB | 8GB/12GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB | 128GB/256GB |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 80W wired |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main | 50MP main |
| Dimensions | 165.6 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm | 163.5 × 77.3 × 8 mm |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g |
| Water resistance | IP64 | IP69 (also IP68/IP66) |
| Supported until | Sep 2028 | Feb 2029 |
Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.