OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R In contrast
OnePlus 13 Collection
Product
Picture
Overview
OnePlus 13 Overview
OnePlus 13R Overview
Show
6.82-inch LTPO OLED3168 x 1440 pixels1-120 Hz refresh charge
6.78-inch LTPO OLED2780 x 1264 pixels1-120 Hz refresh charge
Processor
Reminiscence
12/16 GB LPDDR5X256/512 GB UFS 4.0No reminiscence enlargement
12 GB LPDDR5X256 GB UFS 4.0No reminiscence enlargement
OS
OxygenOS 15 primarily based on Android 15
OxygenOS 15 primarily based on Android 15
Digital camera
Principal: 50 MP | f/1.6 | 23 mm | OISUltra-Large: 50 MP | f/2.0 | 15 mm3x telephoto: 50 MP | f/2.6 | 73 mm | OISSelfie: 32 MP | f/2.4 | 21 mm
Principal: 50 MP | f/1.8 | 24 mm | OISUltra-Large: 8 MP | f/2.2 | 16 mm2x telephoto: 50 MP | f/2.0 | 47 mm Selfie: 16 MP | f/2.4
Battery
6000 mAh80 W wired charging50 W wi-fi charging
6000 mAh80 W wired charging
Connectivity
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 7 | Bluetooth 5.4 | NFC
5G | eSIM | Wi-Fi 7 | Bluetooth 5.4 | NFC
Dimensions and weight
162.9 x 76.5 mm x 8.5/8.9 mm, 213/210 g
161.7 x 75.8 x 8.02 mm, 206 g
Gives*
Not like in earlier generations, the flagship and “premium affordable” fashions are nearer than ever in 2025. Each telephones characteristic a real set of triple cameras (whereas the 12R changed a telephoto lens with a ineffective macro digital camera), and comparable battery specs. Nonetheless, there are nonetheless a number of necessary variations, mirrored within the $300 value distinction.
We are going to cowl how each 2025 OnePlus telephones differ by analyzing totally different classes, and you need to use the hyperlinks under (or within the navigation menu to the correct) to go straight to the part that issues most to you.
Desk of Contents:
OnePlus 13 vs. 13R: Show and Design
The primary large distinction between the 2 telephones is within the design and materials choice. The OnePlus 13R goes for a smooth and stylish matte glass again, with flat sides, whereas the flagship OnePlus 13 has some curves on the again panel, which could be optionally completed in “vegan leather”, just like the blue model examined by Camila Rinaldi.
The OnePlus 13 digital camera system, led by its Hasselblad partnership. © nextpit
With a discreet digital camera bump, it is a smooth design for a flagship. © nextpit
The OnePlus 13 show is massive, vibrant, and vibrant. © nextpit
When held with one hand, I discover it fairly troublesome to succeed in the quantity up key. © nextpit
Shut-up of the OnePlus 13 USB-C port on the underside edge. © nextpit
The OnePlus 13 contact show is extremely responsive, making it very best for gaming. © nextpit
Right here, it’s clear how smooth the digital camera module is. © nextpit
The entrance digital camera does an incredible job with movies and particularly in Portrait mode. © nextpit
Though it is a massive telephone, holding it with one hand to take photos is just not an issue, particularly as a result of its design is well-balanced. © nextpit
The telephone prices from 1% to 100% in simply 40 minutes. © nextpit
When utilizing a MagSafe case, the OnePlus 13 is suitable with Qi2 equipment. © nextpit
Each fashions characteristic some stage of water and dirt safety [https://www.nextpit.com/ip-rating-explained-water-and-dust-protection ], with the OnePlus 13 rated at IP69, for complete dust-proofing and resistance in opposition to pressurized water jets (plus water immersion), whereas the OnePlus 13R is rated at IP65: Mud-proof, however solely licensed to withstand in opposition to mild water splashes.
The OnePlus 13R boasts a smooth sq. design, providing a refined aesthetic and a really comfy grip. © nextpit
The digital camera module contains a versatile trio: a large digital camera, a telephoto lens, and an ultra-wide digital camera. © nextpit
The SIM card tray is neatly positioned alongside the underside fringe of the OnePlus 13R, making certain quick access. © nextpit
The entrance digital camera has a 16 MP sensor and captures first rate portrait photos with passable element. © nextpit
The OnePlus 13R consists of the signature Alert Slider, providing three positions: Ring, Vibrate, and Silent for handy mode switching. © nextpit
The 6.78-inch show is massive and gives a QHD+ decision, making it appropriate for media consumption. © nextpit
What’s new within the OnePlus 13R digital camera system? The macro lens is gone, making method for different upgrades. © nextpit
The OnePlus 13R’s 120 Hz show ensures clean visuals, making it well-suited for an immersive gaming expertise. © nextpit
OnePlus reigns supreme in quick charging, and the perfect half? The superfast charging brick comes included within the field. © nextpit
Each telephones pack large LTPO OLED screens, sized 6.78 and 6.82 for the 13R and 13, respectively. The decision can also be totally different, with extra pixel density on the OnePlus 13 (510 DPI vs 450 DPI), however the identical 4500 nits peak brightness, in keeping with the producer. An indication of change in flagship designs, the OnePlus 13 makes use of a flat show, abandoning the pattern of curved-edges seen in earlier generations.
And long-time followers of the model will probably be happy to know that the alert slider is again on each fashions. One thing that might not be taken as a right after the outcry brought on by the OnePlus 10T launch.
OnePlus 13 vs. 13R: Efficiency and Connectivity
On the connectivity entrance, each fashions provide the identical characteristic set with the newest requirements together with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC. Though not listed within the official spec sheets, the OnePlus 13R helps eSIM like its flagship brother, at the very least in keeping with the model’s US profile on Twitter. There is no such thing as a point out of UWB assist in both telephone, nonetheless.
On the within, the OnePlus duo is powered by totally different generations of flagship Qualcomm processors. Whereas the OnePlus 13R packs the earlier gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the OnePlus 13 comes with the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite onboard.
OnePlus 13(Snapdragon 8 Elite)
OnePlus 13R(Snapdragon 8 Gen 3)
OnePlus 12(Snapdragon 8 Gen 3)
OnePlus 12R(Snapdragon 8 Gen 2)
AnTuTu
2,695,676
1,919,579
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1,307,367
3DMark Wild LifeExtreme Stress Check
Finest loop: 8,751Worst loop: 4,410Stability: 50.4%
Finest loop: 4,533Worst loop: 3,475Stability: 76.6%
Finest loop: 5,049Worst loop: 2,764Stability: 54.5%
Finest loop: 3,660Worst loop: 2,462Stability: 67.3%
Geekbench 6
Single: 3,125Multi: 9,697
Single: 2,232Multi: 6,621
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Single: 1,561Multi: 5,142
Not solely does the OnePlus 13 pack a extra highly effective chip, in each each day duties and gaming, it may be purchased with extra RAM. In our exams, the flagship mannequin put the latest chip to good use, with a transparent generational improve in comparison with the OnePlus 13R.
Nonetheless, the Snapdragon 8 Elite tended to throttle down underneath heavier duties, such because the 3D Mark stress check, on which it dropped its efficiency to virtually 50% of its unique numbers to keep away from overheating. Even so, the worst rating for the OnePlus 13 was nonetheless corresponding to the OnePlus 13R underneath its best-case state of affairs.
OnePlus 13 vs. 13R: Cameras and Picture High quality
Whereas the distinction in digital camera setup was even greater, this class remains to be the principle distinction between the 2 OnePlus flagships for many customers. 2025 brings an actual triple digital camera package for each fashions—no ineffective macro digital camera, thanks—with a predominant+ultra-wide+telephoto line-up.
The Hasselblad partnership is again as soon as once more on the OnePlus 13. / © nextpit
The similarities, nonetheless, finish there. Whereas each telephones are geared up with a 50-megapixel Sony predominant sensor, the OnePlus 13 options extra premium parts, with an even bigger sensor and sooner, extra complicated, lens for extra mild sensitivity. My colleague Camila Rinaldi discovered that low-light images was noticeably higher on the costlier mannequin, confirming the element selections.
The OnePlus 13R boasts a succesful digital camera and wonderful efficiency for the value. / © nextpit
For the ultra-wide digital camera, OnePlus doesn’t even specify the sensor used on the 13R, which solely options 8 megapixels, versus 50 on the 13. Apart from decision, the sensor used is way smaller and makes use of a less complicated lens array on prime of it. The result’s much less element and sharpness for wider pictures. Trace: You may need to think about using the panorama mode with the principle digital camera as an alternative.
As for the telephoto digital camera, the components nonetheless applies: The OnePlus 13 contains a greater sensor with a brighter, extra complicated lens. Apart from that, solely the OnePlus 13 gives optical picture stabilization (OIS) on the ultra-wide digital camera, and to prime it off, whereas the OnePlus 13R reaches 2x optical magnification, the OnePlus 13 has 3x zoom.
Ultimately, not solely does the OnePlus 13 pack a sharper digital camera package total it’s also essentially the most versatile. The shortage of Hasselblad branding on the 13R was an early signal of that break up, however you may test how every telephone performs in our galleries under, faucet or click on on the photograph to see them expanded
OnePlus 13 picture samples
Extremely-wide digital camera 0,6x © nextpit
Principal digital camera 1x © nextpit
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Telephoto digital camera 3x © nextpit
Digital zoom 6x © nextpit
Digital zoom 30x + AI © nextpit
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Entrance digital camera 1x © nextpit
Entrance digital camera 1x — Portrait mode © nextpit
Principal digital camera 1x — Portrait mode © nextpit
Principal digital camera 1x — Portrait mode © nextpit
AI Reflection Eraser Off © nextpit
AI Reflection Eraser On © nextpit
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OnePlus 13R picture samples
Principal digital camera 1x © nextpit
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Extremely-wide digital camera 0,6x © nextpit
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Telephoto digital camera 2x © nextpit
10x digital zoom + AI optimization © nextpit
Telephoto digital camera 2x © nextpit
AI Reflection Eraser Off © nextpit
AI Reflection Eraser On © nextpit
Entrance digital camera © nextpit
Entrance digital camera Portrait Mode © nextpit
Entrance digital camera Portrait Mode © nextpit
Telephoto digital camera 2x © nextpit
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Principal digital camera 1x © nextpit
Entrance digital camera Portrait Mode © nextpit
Entrance digital camera Portrait Mode © nextpit
OnePlus 13 vs. 13R: Software program and updates
On the software program aspect, we now have a tie. Each telephones include Android 15 underneath the OxygenOS 15 customizations. The system now gives a few AI options created by Google and Oppo. Regardless of early worries about OxygenOS shedding its light-weight really feel and snappiness resulting from OnePlus folding again into Oppo, our feeling is that the system nonetheless has its trademark options, and feels totally different sufficient in comparison with ColorOS.
Higher but, the corporate now guarantees 4 years of Android upgrades and 6 years of safety updates for each telephones, making certain that they continue to be protected to make use of, and maintain app compatibility for longer. It’s not on the identical stage as Google Pixel and Galaxy flagship’s seven-year promise, however nonetheless adequate for most individuals to make use of the gadget and hand them over to a relative.
OnePlus 13 vs. 13R: Battery and charging
Like its Chinese language rivals, OnePlus/Oppo is presently experimenting with totally different battery chemistries. The result’s that each OnePlus 13 telephones provide a powerful 6,000 mAh battery with out compromising on the thinness aspect. Within the US, each fashions additionally embody a charger, however solely the OnePlus 13 comes with an adapter rated for the utmost enter energy (80 W). The OnePlus 13R comes with “only” a 55 W adapter.
Solely the OnePlus 13 consists of an 80W charger. The OnePlus 13R features a 55 W adapter. / © nextpit
In our check, the 55 W adapter charged the OnePlus 13R in 60 minutes, whereas the OnePlus 13 took solely 40 minutes for a full cost. In terms of wi-fi charging, solely the flagship OnePlus 13 gives the characteristic, at as much as 50 W utilizing a proprietary stand.
Talking of requirements, the OnePlus 13 doesn’t provide magnetic alignment for Qi2 chargers, to make use of a Qi2 energy financial institution or charging puck you’ll need to purchase an non-compulsory case with magnets. Not not like different Android flagships in 2025.
When utilizing a MagSafe case, the OnePlus 13 is suitable with Qi2 equipment. / © nextpit
Battery runtimes needs to be greater than sufficient for a full day of utilization. The OnePlus 13R reached 20h56min on our normal PCMark battery check, whereas the flagship mannequin scored 20h28 on the simulated workflow.
OnePlus 13 vs. 13R: Conclusion
Each telephones are sufficiently totally different sufficient to cowl distinct markets, making suggestions simple. If you would like a pure flagship expertise, and cash isn’t any object, then the OnePlus 13 is the telephone for you. Alternatively, if you’d like a premium expertise however do not need to make investments $900, the OnePlus 13R is a superbly superb different for $300 much less.
Abstract
Purchase
Good
Trendy, sq. design
Huge, vibrant show
Dependable efficiency
Versatile cameras
All-day battery life
Dangerous
Restricted to 1 dimension
No wi-fi charging
Fundamental IP65 water resistance
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The principle tradeoffs on the OnePlus 13R are the much less highly effective digital camera package and the shortage of wi-fi charging. Apart from that, there’s a distinction in processor and efficiency, however except you’re a hardcore gamer, we consider you will not discover any distinction.
Abstract
Purchase
Good
Huge, vibrant show
Constant efficiency
Versatile digital camera module
All-day battery life
IP68 and IP69 Certifications
Dangerous
Accessible in just one dimension
Protecting movie on show is noticeable on the edges
Qi2 assist requires a MagSafe-compatible telephone case
Go to evaluation
Not that the OnePlus 13 is a nasty selection, thoughts you. In actual fact, it’s the quickest Android telephone we examined. Helped by the truth that it is among the first fashions within the West powered by the identical Snapdragon 8 Elite that needs to be equipping most Android flagships in 2025.
