The battle between Apple and OnePlus is about to unfold as Apple and OnePlus prepare their weapons of choice in the form of the iPhone 16e and OnePlus 13R, respectively, bringing into contention the pros of the Apple ecosystem and the notch-tuned iOS, with the battle-hardened raw performance and cutthroat pricing of OnePlus. Both devices aim at those looking for flagship features for less. Here’s a detailed comparison.
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iPhone 16e vs OnePlus 13R: Mid-Premium Rivals Clash with Power and Innovation
Display
Apple iPhone 16e is equipped with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display that has a resolution of 1179 x 2556 pixels to offer sharp visuals and true-to-life colors. It incorporates a larger 6.78-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate that enables smooth scrolling and media consumption. The OnePlus 13R also has a higher refresh rate display compared to the Pixel 8, making it more appealing to those who want smooth interactions.
Performance
Under the hood, the iPhone 16e runs on Apple’s A18 chipset that promises fast performance and smooth multitasking. Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the OnePlus 13R displays stellar performance when running resource-intensive apps and playing games. But users will be inclined towards either iOS devices or Android-based devices, but both devices will work satisfactorily.
Camera
The iPhone 16e camera features a single 48-megapixel Fusion camera system and supports all the optical zoom roots up to 2x for high-quality photos. For all types of photography, the OnePlus 13R has a more versatile arrangement with a 50-megapixel main sensor and a 50-megapixel telephoto lens.
Battery and Charging
Apple is promising impressive battery life from the iPhone 16e, with up to 26 hours of video playback. The OnePlus 13R comes fitted with a 6,000 mAh battery, which makes for a longer-lasting device. Both support fast charging, although the exact speeds and technologies differ.
Software and Features
Powered by iOS 18.3.1, the iPhone 16e works with the Apple Ecosystem, contains Apple Intelligence, and features a customizable Action Button. The OnePlus 13R is powered by OxygenOS, which combines a base of Android with additional customization options for a smooth experience. Both phones pack 5G capability and modern features, but ecosystem loyalty could play in both sides.
