OnePlus 13 vs OnePlus 12: What to Expect from the Flagship?

OnePlus is back with its latest flagship, the OnePlus 13, and it’s ready to outshine its predecessor, the OnePlus 12. With a sleeker design, a more powerful processor, and a cutting-edge battery, the OnePlus 13 is expected to raise the bar. How does it compare to last year’s hit? Let’s take a look at what’s new and improved.

OnePlus 13 vs OnePlus 12: Key Differences and What You Can Expect from the Upcoming Flagship

Design and Display

Both models come with a 6.82-inch 2K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, except the OnePlus 13 has a flat design unlike the OnePlus 12 with curved sides. This change leads to a slightly thinner and lighter OnePlus 13 — 8.5mm thick and 210 grams, compared to 9.2mm and 220 grams for the OnePlus 12.

Performance

The OnePlus 13 relies on the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor also for an increased up to 40% efficiency over the OnePlus 12 and its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By the way, the OnePlus 12 maxed out at 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, while the OnePlus 13 has even more memory options available, up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB.

Battery and Charging

OnePlus 13 will feature a new 6,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, which not only increases capacity but also contributes to a thinner design. Charging speeds remain unchanged at 100W wired and 50W wireless, as with the OnePlus 12, despite the increased battery size.

Camera System

While both models come with a triple-camera setup, the OnePlus 13 offers a new sensor combination to enhance photo quality. Details regarding these image sensor improvements have not been specified but are likely to offer improved image quality over the OnePlus 12.

Additional Features

The OnePlus 13 and its Pro counterpart also get a new and improved ultrasonic under-display fingerprint reader, plus IP68/IP69 water and dustproofing compared to the IP65 rating for the OnePlus 12. These enhancements help to make the device stronger and more user-friendly.

Pricing and Availability

Pricing for the OnePlus 13 in China starts at ¥4,499 (about $632) for the base model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The OnePlus 12 was launched globally in January 2024 at a price starting from $799. While international pricing for the OnePlus 13 has not been confirmed, it is anticipated to be in a similar range, with a global release expected in January 2025.

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