OnePlus has expanded its premium lineup with the new OnePlus 13s that offers flagship power in a compact body. But positioned right below this model is the OnePlus 13R, which is a great budget flagship phone. So while both phones bring solid specs, smooth displays, and that signature OxygenOS experience, here’s a quick comparison to see which one might be the better value for you.

OnePlus 13s vs OnePlus 13R: Go Big or Go Small

The main selling point of the OnePlus 13s is high-end hardware being packed in a small form factor. Thanks to its 6.32-inch display, the device is a lot easier to use with one hand and fits the needs of those who don’t prefer the typical tall and unwieldy smartphones. It measures 8.15mm in thickness and weighs 185 grams, making it relatively thin and lighter than most flagship phones.

On the other hand, we have the OnePlus 13R with its tall 6.78-inch screen. While this device is marginally thinner and measures 8mm thick, it is also heftier with a 206 gram body. So based on your personal preference, you can either go for a big or a small device.

Performance: OnePlus 13s with Qualcomm’s latest & greatest

Both smartphones are powered by Qualcomm’s flagship level Snapdragon processors. But the OnePlus 13s easily takes the lead with the newer Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. This chip is faster, more energy efficient, better at AI tasks, and even offers better gaming performance than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 found on the OnePlus 13R.

However, this isn’t to say that the 13R is outdated, as it can still hold its own in most intensive scenarios like gaming. In day-to-day use, one would find it difficult to find any difference. Unless you need the extra horsepower or often play graphically intense games, the OnePlus 13R can definitely meet all your needs.

Battery: A close battle

A big gripe about compact phones was the trade-offs one would have to make for a more comfortable sized smartphone. But thanks to improvements in battery technology, this issue has finally been solved. The bigger OnePlus 13R packs a huge 6,000mAh battery. But the OnePlus 13s swings back with a slightly smaller but still notable 5,850mAh cell.

So regardless of which model you choose, you’re getting top notch battery performance. The Snapdragon 8 Elite with better energy efficiency, can technically bridge the gap in the battery capacity as well. For charging, both models support 80W wired fast charging.

Camera: One is more versatile

One of the biggest differences between the OnePlus 13R and the 13s is the cameras. The former features a triple camera setup compared to the dual rear cameras on the latter. So you get an 8MP ultra wide angle lens on the 13R, which is missing on the 13s. Although, the rest of the sensors are identical in both models. Meaning, the main camera is a 50MP Sony LYT700 and a 50MP telephoto shooter with 2x optical zoom.

But the OnePlus 13s has another trick up its sleeve as it features a better selfie camera. The small flagship houses a 32MP selfie shooter that supports autofocus and 4K@30fps video recording. In comparison, the 13R house a 16MP selfie camera with a fixed focus and 1080p@30fps video recording cap. Choosing between the two here gets difficult as many would’ve preferred an ultra wide angle lens at the back over a better selfie camera.

Pricing and Verdict

OnePlus sells the 13R for a starting price tag of 42,999 INR for the 12GB + 256GB base option. The standard OnePlus 13s 12GB + 256GB variant costs 54,999 INR. This isn’t a small price gap, and it would definitely make anyone think twice. So let’s break it down:

In favor of the OnePlus 13s

• Refreshing new design that is compact and lighter.
• Cutting edge performance
• No compromise in battery life
• More premium design
• Better selfie camera

In favor of the OnePlus 13R

• More affordable
• Camera offers more flexible shooting modes
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is still pretty fast
• Taller and brighter display
• Massive battery

Hopefully, this helps you decide which model suits your needs best, as you can choose what seems more relevant to you. We also compared the OnePlus 13s with its Chinese variant, OnePlus 13T, which you can click here to read.

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