GoPro - HERO (2024) vs GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored)
Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) |
|---|---|---|
| Max 4K fps | 30 | 60 |
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 10 m |
| Horizon lock | false | true |
| Max video | 4K30 | 5.3K |
Between the HERO (2024) and HERO13 Black Mini (rumored), the HERO (2024) comes out ahead in several specs, while the HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) wins on max 4k fps / waterproof depth. Overall, the HERO (2024) scores 52.1 and the HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) scores 69.8 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 17.7 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The HERO (2024) does not pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec-table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) if you care most about max 4k fps / waterproof depth. Its strongest claims are max 4k fps, waterproof depth, horizon lock, among others. The single most decisive one: Max 4K fps — 100.00% more. 60 vs 30.
Both ship with comparable stabilization, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: GoPro - HERO (2024) or GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored)?
GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) leads the current Mars Score by 17.7 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare max video, max 4k fps, waterproof depth against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose GoPro - HERO (2024) if…
GoPro - HERO (2024) does not lead a decisive measured field here, so choose it for price, ecosystem, design, or availability when those matter more to you.
Choose GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) if…
GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) has the measurable edge on max fps 4k, water depth m, has horizon lock.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why GoPro - HERO (2024) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) wins
- ▲Max 4K fps — 100.00% more. 60 vs 30.
- ▲Waterproof depth — 100.00% more. 10 m vs 5 m.
- ▲Has Horizon lock.
- ▲Max video: 5.3K (vs 4K30).
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 4K30 | 5.3Klead |
| Max 4K fps | 30 | 60lead |
| HDRⓘ | false | truelead |
| Log profileⓘ | false | false |
Stabilization
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon lock | false | truelead |
| Stabilization | advanced | advanced |
Durability
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 10 mlead |
| Weight | 86 glead | 133 g |
| Removable lens | false | false |