OnePlus 13, 13R launch today: Expected features, price, and more

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Saurav Gupta

January 7, 2025 12:39 pm

OnePlus 13: OnePlus is set to unveil its highly anticipated flagship series in India today, including the OnePlus 13, OnePlus 13R, and OnePlus Buds Pro 3. The OnePlus 13 will be powered by the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, while the OnePlus 13R will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. The OnePlus 13R, as expected, will be a more affordable alternative to the flagship model.

Watch the Launch Livestream Here

The official launch event for the OnePlus 13 and 13R will take place at 9 PM IST today. Viewers can watch the livestream on OnePlus’ official YouTube channel, as well as stay updated via the company’s social media platforms.

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What to Expect from the OnePlus 13

The OnePlus 13, with its Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, is expected to rival devices like the iQOO 13 and Realme GT7 Pro. The design has undergone significant changes, shifting from the curved edges of the OnePlus 12 to a sleeker, flat-sided build. It retains the circular rear camera module featuring three lenses, and despite a larger 6,000mAh battery, the phone is both slimmer and lighter.

The 6.82-inch display offers QHD+ resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The screen also supports glove compatibility and dynamic local refresh rate. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, it promises up to 45% better performance than its predecessor. The device runs on OxygenOS 15, integrating Google’s Gemini AI.

The OnePlus 13 will feature a triple-camera setup co-engineered with Hasselblad. It includes a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultrawide sensor, all capable of recording 4K video. The front camera is a 32MP unit with AI enhancements. With the larger 6,000mAh battery, the OnePlus 13 promises nearly two full days of usage.

What to Expect from the OnePlus 13R

The OnePlus 13R will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, a major upgrade over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in the OnePlus 12R. As part of the R series, it will feature several AI-driven functionalities such as AI Notes, AI Cleanup, AI Imaging, Intelligent Search, and Snapshot camera features.

The 13R will also come with a substantial 6,000mAh battery, an improvement over the previous 5,500mAh unit. It supports SuperVOOC fast charging, with speculation around a 100W charging speed. The device is expected to feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPO display and a 50MP triple rear camera setup.

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Price Expectations

The OnePlus 13 is expected to be priced between Rs 67,000 and Rs 70,000 in India. It may come in two configurations: 12GB RAM with 256GB storage and 16GB RAM with 512GB storage. This represents a price increase from the OnePlus 12, which started at Rs 64,999.

The OnePlus 13R is expected to debut in India with a single configuration: 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. It may be a rebranded version of the OnePlus Ace 5, which launched in China at a starting price of approximately Rs 26,900.

Saurav Gupta

With nearly six years of experience as a journalist, he has written extensively on developmental issues, policies, health, and government agency schemes across both print and digital platforms. He holds a BAJMC degree from IP University.