OnePlus 13S In for Review : Upcoming Flagship

The smartphone world is abuzz once more, and this time it revolves around the OnePlus 13S, the eagerly awaited mid-year update to the company’s flagship series. As reported by GSMArena, the OnePlus 13S has officially begun its review phase, indicating that a launch is forthcoming. As OnePlus is recognized for merging performance, aesthetics, and innovation at affordable prices, the 13S is anticipated to break new ground once more.

This article dissects the information currently available regarding the OnePlus 13S, including its anticipated features, design aesthetics, hardware specifications, camera enhancements, software experience, and position within the competitive landscape of Android flagship devices.

1. OnePlus 13S: A Mid-Cycle Marvel?

Traditionally, OnePlus releases its main flagship model in the first half of the year (such as the OnePlus 12), and then introduces a slightly enhanced “T” variant in the second half. The 13S branding, however, indicates a change in strategy. Rather than a “13T”, we are likely to receive the OnePlus 13S, which may align more with the numbered flagship series while offering refined features and hardware enhancements.

The official launch could be imminent, perhaps just weeks away, as GSMArena has confirmed the device is in-house for review. The leak provides enthusiasts and tech followers with something to be excited about.

2. Design and Display: Premium and Polished

Design Aesthetics

Leaks and renders indicate that the OnePlus 13S will maintain a premium glass-and-metal sandwich design, featuring:

• Dünne Einfassungen
• Flat edges featuring gentle curves
• A front camera with a punch hole design
• Matte-finish back cover for improved grip

The arrangement of the rear camera may carry on with the circular module design that was introduced in earlier OnePlus flagship models.

Display

It is anticipated that the OnePlus 13S will include a 6.78-inch AMOLED LTPO display with:

• 2K resolution (3200 × 1440 pixels)
• refresh rate of 120Hz
• Support for HDR10+
• Top luminance of over 2600 nits

As a result, it would rank among the finest displays of its kind, ideal for gaming, work tasks, and watching videos.

3. Performance: Powered by Snapdragon

Internally, the OnePlus 13S is speculated to run on Qualcomm’s newest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, combined with:

• 12GB/16GB LPDDR5X RAM

• 256GB/512GB UFS 4.0 storage

The device is expected to manage the following, given these specifications:

• gleichzeitiges Arbeiten
• Playing games (sogar mit hohen Bildwiederholraten)
• Features powered by AI
• Enhancements to power efficiency

Benchmark leaks indicate that the 13S scores over 1.8 million points on AnTuTu, demonstrating its top-tier capabilities.

4. Software: OxygenOS with AI Enhancements

It is probable that the OnePlus 13S will come with OxygenOS 14, which is based on Android 14, and may include:

• Camera and performance features powered by AI
• Intelligent battery management
• UI elements that can be tailored to user specifications
• Sleek animations and improved privacy settings

OxygenOS offers a near-stock Android experience with valuable enhancements, and this continues to be a major draw for OnePlus enthusiasts worldwide.

5. Camera Upgrades: Big Focus on Imaging

The camera system of the OnePlus 13S is one of its most discussed features, and it is anticipated to include:

• Hauptsensor Sony IMX890 mit 50 MP
• ultra-wide-angle lens with 50MP
• 32MP telephoto lens featuring 2x optical zoom
• 32MP front-facing camera for self-portraits

The 13S, with Hasselblad tuning, could provide flagship-level imaging with enhancements in:

• Photography at night
• Portrait photographs
• Videoaufzeichnung in 8K und 4K mit 60 fps
• Scene detection and HDR processing with AI assistance

6. Battery Life and Charging

OnePlus is recognized for its rapid charging and effective battery usage, and the 13S will probably feature:

• Battery with a capacity of 5500 mAh
• 100W SUPERVOOC wired charging technology
• Wireless charging with a power of 50 W
• Support for reverse wireless charging

The 13S, thanks to its power-efficient chipset and display technology, could comfortably last between 1.5 to 2 days with mixed usage.

7. Connectivity and Other Features

Features that are anticipated include:

• 5G dual-SIM functionality
• WLAN 7
• Bluetooth 5.4-Version
• NFC (Near Field Communication)
• Fingerprint scanner integrated into the display
• Dual stereo speakers featuring Dolby Atmos
• IP68 certification for dust and water protection

Additionally, the device will feature an enhanced haptic motor for improved vibration feedback while gaming and typing.

8. Price and Expected Launch Date

Although the pricing specifics have not been officially verified, OnePlus typically offers its phones at competitive prices. The anticipated starting price of the OnePlus 13S is approximately ₹64,999 (~$799 globally), and it will be available in various storage options.

According to GSMArena’s preliminary review, the launch might occur in India and global markets by late June or early July 2025.

9. Comparison with OnePlus 12 and Rivals