Compare Mobile Phones Side-by-Side

The Huawei Mate Xs is the more distinctive device here, mainly because of its huge 8-inch display. If you want something closer to a mini-tablet for reading, multitasking, documents, or watching video, that extra screen space is the whole reason to consider it. But it also feels like the more specialized pick: the 60Hz refresh rate and 4500mAh battery make it less attractive as a pure everyday performance-and-battery phone.

The OnePlus 10 Ultra 5G is the safer, more practical buy for most people. Its 6.7-inch screen is still large, the 120Hz refresh rate should make daily use feel much smoother, and the 5000mAh battery gives it an advantage for longevity. With the same 8GB of RAM and a Qualcomm processor, it looks better suited to regular daily use, gaming, and long sessions away from a charger.

Pick the Mate Xs only if the folding, oversized display is the feature you specifically want. For almost everyone else, the OnePlus is the more sensible phone.