OnePlus has officially launched its highly anticipated OnePlus 13 series in India on January 7, marking a significant leap forward in the smartphone industry. The series includes the flagship OnePlus 13 and the budget-friendly OnePlus 13R, both of which introduce substantial upgrades in performance, design, and camera capabilities compared to their predecessors. The launch event, which was live-streamed on YouTube, unveiled a suite of devices including a special edition of the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 and, potentially, the OnePlus Watch 3 with enhanced health monitoring features.
OnePlus 13 Launch Details
The OnePlus 13 series was launched during the OnePlus Winter Launch Event in India on January 7. The event showcased the 13 and 13R, along with other devices. The launch was live-streamed on YouTube at 9 pm IST, allowing enthusiasts to witness the unveiling of these cutting-edge devices in real-time. Following the launch, the devices became available for purchase via Amazon, OnePlus stores, and other participating retailers across the country.
OnePlus 13 Design and Build
The OnePlus 13 boasts a premium design with attention to detail and sophisticated aesthetics. The device features a quad-curved display, setting it apart from its predecessor. The phone comes with a vegan leather finish, offering durability and a premium feel. The OnePlus 13 is available in three colors: Midnight Ocean, crafted with micro-fiber vegan leather; Arctic Dawn, featuring a surface-based glass coating that resists fingerprints; and Black Eclipse, a classic option.
In contrast, the 13R features Gorilla Glass 7i on both the front and back, paired with a slim 8mm aluminum frame, providing a sleek and robust design. It is available in Nebula Noir and Astral Trail. Both devices are IP68 and IP69 certified, ensuring resistance to water and dust. This certification enhances the durability of the phones, making them suitable for various environmental conditions.
OnePlus 13 RAM and Storage
The 13 comes with up to 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, providing exceptional performance and ample space for apps, media, and files. The Indian variant may offer up to 16GB of RAM. The high-speed RAM and storage ensure smooth multitasking and quick access to data.
The 13R supports up to 16GB of RAM. It offers sufficient memory for running multiple applications and handling demanding tasks.
Display
The OnePlus 13 features a 6.82-inch LTPO 4.1 display with 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, providing a smooth and immersive visual experience. The display also incorporates Aqua Touch 2.0 technology, enhancing touch responsiveness.
The 13R features a slightly smaller 6.78-inch 1.5K flat display. This display offers vibrant visuals and smooth interactions.
Camera Capabilities
The 13 focuses on photography with a Hasselblad-powered triple-camera setup. It features a 50MP main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, 6x in-sensor zoom, and up to 120x digital zoom. All three cameras can shoot videos in 4K at 60fps. The 13 also includes a 32MP front camera that can record videos in up to 4K at 60fps. The camera setup includes AI features such as AI Detail Boost, AI Unblur, and AI Reflection Erase, enhancing image quality.
The OnePlus 13R has a triple-camera setup with a 50MP main camera and a 50MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom and up to 4x lossless zoom.
Performance
The OnePlus 13 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, Qualcomm’s high-end chipset for Android flagships. This chipset ensures exceptional performance and efficiency. The device runs on OxygenOS 15, offering a smooth and customizable user experience. The 13 incorporates several AI features that boost performance.
The 13R features the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. This chipset provides robust performance for gaming, multitasking, and other demanding tasks.
Battery and Charging
The OnePlus 13 comes with a 6000mAh battery, the largest in any smartphone to date. It supports 100W SuperVOOC fast charging, which can charge the battery to 100% in 36 minutes, and 50W wireless flash charging. It also supports magnetic charging using new magnetic cases.
The OnePlus 13R is powered by a 6000mAh single-cell battery and supports 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging.
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Price
The 13 is priced competitively in the flagship smartphone market. The OnePlus 13 price in India is:
* 12GB + 256GB: ₹69,999
* 16GB + 512GB: ₹76,999
* 24GB + 1TB: ₹84,999
With bank offers, the base variant is available for ₹64,999.
The 13R is positioned as a mid-range smartphone with a focus on delivering high-end features at an affordable price.
Additional Features and Software
The 13 series offers a range of additional features and software enhancements. The devices ship with Android 15 and OxygenOS 15, providing users with the latest customization options and improvements. Users can anticipate at least four years of software updates and six years of security patches. Additional features include an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers, 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4 or higher.
