OnePlus is gearing up for its big annual India launch event on January 7, 2025, where it will unveil the much-awaited OnePlus 13 series. This flagship lineup will include the high-end OnePlus 13, mid-range OnePlus 13R, and the new OnePlus Buds Pro 3 earbuds. Since the OnePlus 13 has already launched in the China market, ahead of the launch, we have a pretty good idea of ​​what we can expect from the smartphone. There may be some small changes here and there, but we already know a lot about the OnePlus 13. Let’s consider this in depth.

OnePlus 13: Specs and features

Display

The OnePlus 13 features a 6.82-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and QHD+ resolution. It offers a maximum brightness of 4,500 nits. The OnePlus 13 also has 2 standout upgrades over its predecessor. These include:
– Glove Compatibility: Perfect for chilly winters, allowing users to operate the phone while wearing gloves.
– Dynamic local high refresh rate: The screen intelligently adjusts its refresh rate, saving battery during less intensive tasks and faster for better performance during actions like scrolling.

Display and battery

Under the hood, the OnePlus 13 is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The phone also has a large 6,000mAh battery, which is a notable upgrade from the 5,400mAh unit in its predecessor, the OnePlus 12. OnePlus claims that the battery can last for about two days on a single charge.

As for charging, the device supports 100W wired and 50W wireless charging along with a new magnetic wireless charging feature via compatible cases.

camera specifications

While the 50-megapixel LYT-808 primary sensor remains unchanged, the telephoto and ultrawide cameras of the OnePlus 13 now also have 50-megapixel sensors. The Hasselblad camera system also supports 4K/60fps Dolby Vision video recording.

Construction and other facilities

The durability of the OnePlus 13 gets a boost with IP68 and IP69 ratings. This means that the device is protected from dust and high-pressure water jets. Additional features include:
– Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor: Allows you to unlock the device even with wet hands.
– Advanced vibration motor: designed for an intense gaming experience.

OnePlus 13R and OnePlus Buds Pro 3

OnePlus 13R will also launch along with OnePlus 13 on January 7. OnePlus’ R-series offers a more budget-friendly yet premium smartphone experience. Although details about its specifications are scarce, it is expected to share some design and performance elements with the flagship model, albeit with fewer features. There are also rumors that the OnePlus Ace 5, which is set to launch in China next week, will be rebranded as the OnePlus 13R in India.

Additionally, OnePlus will also bring the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 to the Indian market at the same event. These earbuds, already available in India, are likely to introduce a new version with additional features.

OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R price and availability

Although OnePlus has not officially revealed the price of the OnePlus 13, considering that the OnePlus 12 was launched in India for Rs 64,999, it is expected to be under Rs 70,000. The mid-range OnePlus 13R will likely offer a more affordable option. After launch, all devices will be available on major online and offline platforms.