OnePlus 13 Launches in China with Snapdragon 8 Elite, 24GB RAM

OnePlus has officially launched its latest flagship, the OnePlus 13, in China, packed with a robust Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a large 6.82-inch 2K OLED display, and a massive 6,000 mAh battery (via PhoneArena).

The OnePlus 13 display is a LTPO panel that supports a dynamic refresh rate between 1 and 120Hz. Notably, this display has been awarded an A++ rating from DisplayMate, setting 21 records in smartphone display technology.

In terms of design, the OnePlus 13 continues the brand’s trend of premium craftsmanship, featuring a glass and metal build with a curved front and back. The phone weighs just 210 grams and measures 8.5 mm thin, making it lighter and more compact compared to many competitors.

It also comes in three distinct color variants: white, obsidian black, and blue, with the blue model featuring a faux leather back for a more luxurious feel.

At the heart of the OnePlus 13 is the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which positions the phone as a strong contender against other high-performance smartphones, including those powered by Apple’s A18 chip.

The OnePlus 13 offers multiple memory configurations to meet diverse user needs, starting at 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage and going up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage—an impressive combination that ensures top-tier performance and smooth multitasking capabilities.

To manage heat generated by the high-performance chipset, OnePlus has introduced a new vapor chamber cooling system with a 9,925 mm² surface area.

One of the standout features of the OnePlus 13 is its advanced triple camera system, developed in collaboration with Hasselblad. The primary camera is a 50MP Sony LYT-808 sensor with OIS (optical image stabilization) and a f/1.6 aperture, ensuring high-quality, sharp images even in low-light conditions.

The OnePlus 13 is powered by a 6,000 mAh battery, one of the largest available in a flagship smartphone. It supports 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging through the company’s SuperVOOC technology.

The OnePlus 13 is now available to order in China with the following pricing:

• 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: 4,499 yuan (approximately $631)
• 12GB RAM + 512GB storage: 4,899 yuan (approximately $688)
• 16GB RAM + 512GB storage: 5,299 yuan (approximately $744)
• 24GB RAM + 1TB storage: 5,999 yuan (approximately $842)

While the phone has launched exclusively in China for now, global markets are expected to follow soon.