OnePlus has officially launched its latest flagship variant, the OnePlus 13s, in India. Designed to strike a balance between compact ergonomics and uncompromised performance, the device introduces the new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, promising flagship-tier speed and efficiency in a smaller form factor.
Compact Yet Capable: A Flagship Reimagined
The OnePlus 13s redefines expectations for compact smartphones. Featuring a 6.1-inch AMOLED LTPO display with a 120Hz refresh rate, peak brightness of 2600 nits, and Dolby Vision support, the screen ensures vivid visuals and smooth responsiveness. The build combines aluminum alloy frames with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, offering both elegance and durability.
Snapdragon 8 Elite: Next-Gen Performance
Under the hood, the OnePlus 13s is powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite, a refined version of the 8 Gen 3 with enhanced thermal management and AI acceleration. Paired with 12GB or 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage options (256GB/512GB), the device is optimized for multitasking, gaming, and future-ready applications.
Camera System: Versatile and Vivid
The smartphone sports a triple camera setup on the rear:
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50MP Sony LYT-808 primary sensor with OIS
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48MP ultra-wide lens
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12MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom
On the front, the 32MP selfie camera supports 4K recording and advanced portrait modes powered by OnePlus’ AI photography engine.
Battery and Charging
Despite its slim profile, the OnePlus 13s houses a 4,700mAh battery with 100W SUPERVOOC fast charging. The device can be fully charged from 0 to 100% in under 28 minutes. Wireless charging support is not present in this model, likely to maintain the compact form factor.
Software and Features
Running OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15, the 13s brings enhancements like AI-driven app prediction, improved RAM management, and system-wide privacy dashboards. OnePlus promises 4 years of major Android updates and 5 years of security patches.
Additional features include:
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IP68 water and dust resistance
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Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
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In-display fingerprint sensor
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Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC support
Price and Availability
The OnePlus 13s is available in Obsidian Black, Glacial Silver, and Aurora Green. Pricing in India is as follows:
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₹54,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant
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₹59,999 for the 16GB + 512GB variant
Sales begin on June 10, 2025, via OnePlus India’s website, Amazon, and offline OnePlus Experience stores. Early bird buyers will receive complimentary OnePlus Buds 3 and a 12-month screen protection plan.
Conclusion
With the launch of the OnePlus 13s, the company aims to reclaim the compact flagship space—an area long dominated by larger devices. Combining cutting-edge specs with a smaller form, OnePlus is catering to users who want power without the bulk.