OnePlus 13R 5G Review: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 & 6000mAh Battery

Launched in January 2025, the OnePlus 13R 5G delivers flagship-tier performance at a mid-range price. With a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset6000mAh battery, and OxygenOS 15, this phone bridges the gap between affordability and premium specs. While it’s a toned-down version of the OnePlus 13, its 5.5G connectivity and AI features make it a compelling choice for tech enthusiasts.

Pricing & Variants

  • 12GB RAM + 256GB₹39,999

  • 16GB RAM + 512GB₹42,999
    Available on Amazon, Flipkart, and OnePlus’s official website with bank discounts and EMI options.

Sleek & Premium Design

The OnePlus 13R 5G sports a modern, flat-edged design with a matte glass back (206g, 8mm thickness) that resists fingerprints. Available in Astral Trail and Nebula Noir, its refined camera module maintains OnePlus’s signature aesthetic while offering a premium in-hand feel.

Stunning 1.5K LTPO AMOLED Display

  • 6.78-inch ProXDR LTPO AMOLED

  • 1.5K resolution, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate

  • 4500 nits peak brightness (best-in-class sunlight visibility)

  • HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 100% DCI-P3

  • Aqua Touch 2.0 (works with wet hands)

  • 2160Hz PWM dimming (reduces eye strain)

Flagship-Level Performance

  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) – Cortex-X4 & A720 cores

  • 12GB/16GB LPDDR5X RAM + UFS 4.0 storage

  • Adreno 750 GPU + OnePlus CPU Scheduler for gaming

  • 5.5G & Wi-Fi 7 support

Triple Camera System (50MP + 50MP + 8MP)

  • 50MP Sony primary sensor (OIS)

  • 50MP telephoto (2x optical zoom)

  • 8MP ultra-wide

  • AI Detail Boost, AI Unblur, Dual Exposure

  • 16MP front camera

6000mAh Battery + 80W SUPERVOOC Charging

  • All-day battery life (even with heavy use)

  • 80W fast charging (0-100% in ~35 mins)

  • Smart Battery Management for longevity

OxygenOS 15 (Android 15) & AI Features

  • AI Notes, Live Translation, Intelligent Search

  • 4 years of OS updates, 6 years of security patches

  • Qualcomm AI Engine enhances camera & performance

Final Verdict: A Near-Flagship Experience

The OnePlus 13R 5G is a performance beast with a best-in-class displaylong battery life, and flagship-grade chipset—all under ₹43K. If you want OnePlus’s premium experience without the ₹60K+ price tag, this is the phone to buy.

Fact Check:
✅ Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 competes with Apple A17 Pro in benchmarks.
✅ 6000mAh battery outperforms many flagships in endurance tests.
✅ 80W charging is slower than 100W+ rivals but still rapid.

Availability:
Launched in India via Amazon, Flipkart, and OnePlus.com.