Oppo is set to launch its flagship Reno smartphone in India on Thursday, January 9. The 13th generation Reno will include two smartphones: Reno 13 and Reno 13 Pro. The event is scheduled to take place tomorrow at 5 pm and will be live streamed on the company’s official YouTube and other social media channels.

Oppo Reno 13 Series 5G: What we already know

Ahead of the launch event, Oppo has already revealed many details about the smartphone. For example, we already know that the Oppo Reno 13 series 5G will have AI at the heart, just like last year’s Reno 12 series. You can read our review of Reno 12. The Reno 13 series is confirmed to come with features like AI LivePhoto, AI Summary, Polish, and more.

Oppo has also confirmed that these smartphones will be the first smartphones in India to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset. Additionally, the phones are IP66, IP68 and IP69 rating certified, meaning that the Reno 13 series phones are not only dust and water resistant, but you can also do underwater photography with them – albeit only up to 10 meters in freshwater. till.

Additionally, the Reno 13 Series 5G smartphone is confirmed to feature an aerospace-grade aluminum frame, a sculpted one-piece rear glass panel, and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i for superior durability and beauty. The brand highlights these elements as key to providing a premium look and feel.

The company’s teaser also reveals that the Reno 13 series will have a triple-camera setup and a flat display. Compared with the Reno 12 series, the camera module design has been slightly updated. The layout includes two vertically aligned cameras and a third lens placed to form a triangular configuration, as well as an LED flash placed within the camera module, which could potentially be a ring light, in line with current trends.

Oppo Reno 13 Series 5G: Expected Specifications

While the teaser leaves a lot for speculation, the Reno 13 series has already launched in China, offering a glimpse of its features. In the Chinese market, the phone features a 6.59-inch flat AMOLED display with a resolution of 2760×1256 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth and vibrant visuals. Under the hood, it is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset, which offers better GPU performance for gaming and faster app processing. The device packs a 5,600mAh battery that supports 80W fast wired charging, ensuring long usage and quick recharging.

Camera capabilities remain a highlight for the Reno series, and the Reno 13 does not disappoint. It features a 50-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS), an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 50-megapixel front-facing camera for high-quality selfies and video calls.

The software experience is powered by ColorOS 15 based on Android 15, which brings refined features and customizations. The device is also known for its durability with IP66, IP68, and IP69 certifications, providing resistance against dust and water in various conditions.

Oppo Reno 13 Series 5G: Expected price in India

Reno 13 series price in China starts at CNY 2,699 (roughly Rs. 31,400). Although the official price for India has not been announced yet, but considering the Reno 12 series launched in India at Rs 32,999, it is expected to be in the same range.