A new leak has revealed that the upcoming OnePlus 13 will see a price increase compared to its predecessor, the OnePlus 12. According to a well-known Chinese tipster on social media, the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant of the OnePlus 13 will be priced between CNY 5200 and CNY 5299. For reference, the same variant of the OnePlus 12 was priced at CNY 4799, making the OnePlus 13 about CNY 400-500 more expensive.

This information comes as OnePlus prepares to launch its next flagship smartphone, raising questions about whether the increased price is justified. The tipster hints at the possibility of an “official smokescreen”, suggesting OnePlus may have inflated the initial price leak to manage expectations. This strategy has been used by brands in the past, where they initially disclose high prices and then lower them to win the consumer’s favor.

Key Features of OnePlus 13

The OnePlus 13 will have significant upgrades over the OnePlus 12. One of the most talked about features of the OnePlus 13 is its processor. It is rumored to be one of the first smartphones to launch with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which is expected to be officially unveiled during Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Summit on October 22. Previously known as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, the Snapdragon 8 Elite is set to bring major improvements in performance and power efficiency, thanks to its new Orion core.

This new chip is designed to make the OnePlus 13 faster, smoother, and more power-efficient, perfect for users who rely on their phones for heavy multitasking, gaming, and other high-performance tasks. OnePlus can also beat its competitors like Xiaomi and Oppo by becoming the first to release a phone powered by this chipset.

OnePlus is known for pushing the boundaries when it comes to battery life and charging speeds, and the OnePlus 13 will likely continue that trend. Rumors suggest that the device will be equipped with a massive 6,000mAh battery – a huge improvement over the 5,400mAh battery found in previous OnePlus models. This may mean longer usage times for users who are always on the go.

In terms of charging, the OnePlus 13 is expected to support 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging, ensuring that your phone powers up quickly and efficiently. Whether you’re using a cable or a wireless charger, you won’t have to wait long to get back to using your device.