GoPro
HERO13 Black
Flagship GoPro with 1/1.9-inch sensor, 5.3K60 video, 4K120, HyperSmooth 6.0, HB-Series lens auto-detect, and 10m waterproofing.
$399
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Insta360
X3
5.7K 360 camera with dual 1/2-inch 48MP sensors, 72MP photos, 4K single-lens mode, and IPX8 10m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
HERO13 Black is 2 years newer.
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Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
X3
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AHERO13 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AHERO13 Black has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 60 fps)
- BX3 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 27.6 MP)
- AHERO13 Black has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- AHERO13 Black has higher Battery runtime (150 min vs 81 min)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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HERO13 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
HERO13 Black is 63mm shorter than X3 but it is also 26mm wider and 1mm thicker.
HERO13 Black is 59 g lighter than X3.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 33mm X3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
HERO13 Black
72 × 51 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X3
46 × 114 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
HERO13 Black
72 × 34 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X3
46 × 33 mm
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
HERO13 Black
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds HyperSmooth 6.0, AutoBoost
Card types
Adds microSDHC, microSDXC
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Battery runtime
150 min vs 81 min — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X3
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 114, 33.1
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Active HDR
Resolution
72 MP vs 27.6 MP — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only X3 supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
HERO13 Black
Pros
- ✓5.3K60 and 4K120 video
- ✓1/1.9-inch sensor
- ✓HyperSmooth 6.0 + Burst Slo-Mo
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –Small sensor vs Action 5 Pro
- –Fixed lens
- –Enduro battery not backward compatible
X3
Pros
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓5.7K60 360 video
- ✓Great value used
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –No 8K vs X4
- –Single-lens capped at 4K30
- –Older AI editing
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the HERO13 Black and X3 at major authorized retailers.
GoPro HERO13 Black
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, HERO13 Black or X3?
HERO13 Black scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for X3 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and X3?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and X3 is 72 MP, so the X3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the HERO13 Black and X3?
HERO13 Black does not have IBIS, while X3 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the HERO13 Black or the X3?
HERO13 Black reaches 20 fps electronic. X3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and X3?
HERO13 Black weighs 121 g and X3 weighs 180 g, so the HERO13 Black is 59 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and X3 record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. X3: 4K up to 30p.
Are the HERO13 Black and X3 weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. X3: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
HERO13 Black is rated for about 150 minutes of continuous recording and X3 for about 81 minutes, giving the HERO13 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and X3 at $449. The HERO13 Black is $50 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Insta360 press materials.