The OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R are two new smartphones launched in 2025. The OnePlus 13 is the top model, while the 13R is a budget-friendly option with great features. Both phones look similar but have some important differences. Let’s see how they compare.
Design and Display
Both phones have a stylish design with a big round camera on the back. The OnePlus 13 has a special stripe on the camera and also comes in an eco-leather option, which looks premium. It is also stronger, with an IP69 rating for better water and dust protection, while the 13R has an IP65 rating.
The OnePlus 13 has a bigger and better 6.82-inch screen with a sharp 1440p resolution and 4500 nits brightness, making it super bright. The 13R has a slightly smaller 6.78-inch screen with 1264p resolution. The OnePlus 13 also has a stronger Ceramic Guard glass for protection, while the 13R uses Gorilla Glass 7i.
Performance and Battery Life
The OnePlus 13 runs on the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, making it faster and more power-efficient. The 13R has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which is also fast but not as powerful as the Elite version. Both phones have a huge 6000mAh battery, so they last long.
The OnePlus 13 supports 100W fast charging and also 50W wireless charging. The 13R supports 80W fast charging but does not have wireless charging. This means you need a cable to charge the 13R.
Camera System
The OnePlus 13 has a high-quality Hasselblad camera system. It has three 50MP cameras for primary, telephoto, and ultrawide shots. The OnePlus 13R also has a 50MP main and telephoto camera but an 8MP ultrawide sensor. This means the OnePlus 13 takes better wide-angle photos.
Software and Updates
Both phones come with OxygenOS 15, based on Android 15. OnePlus has promised four years of software updates and six years of security updates. The software is smooth, simple, and free from unwanted apps.
Pricing in India
The OnePlus 13 is priced higher, starting at ₹69,999, while the 13R starts at ₹42,999. The price difference is because of the better screen, processor, and camera on the OnePlus 13.