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OnePlus 13s Review: An Android in an iPhone Body — Is It the Right Fit for You?
Design & Build Quality
The OnePlus 13s closely resembles an iPhone — from the flat edges to the minimalistic rear camera module. The build quality is top-notch, featuring an aerospace-grade aluminum frame and a matte glass back that feels premium and resists fingerprints.
Key design points:
- Slim and lightweight (just 7.6 mm thick)
- Ceramic shield protection on front
- Available in subtle, sophisticated colors
Display & Visual Experience
The 6.7-inch LTPO 3.0 AMOLED display is bright, sharp, and smooth. With a 1Hz–120Hz adaptive refresh rate, the experience is fluid whether you’re gaming or just scrolling.
Display specs:
- Resolution: 3200 x 1440 pixels (QHD+)
- Peak brightness: 2600 nits
- HDR10+ certified
- Ultra-thin bezels for a near edge-to-edge look
Performance & Hardware
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, the OnePlus 13s is built to fly through heavy multitasking and gaming without breaking a sweat.
Performance highlights:
- UFS 4.0 storage (up to 1TB)
- Ultra-fast app loading times
- Effective vapor chamber cooling system
Camera System
The camera setup is surprisingly versatile:
- 50MP main sensor with OIS
- 48MP ultra-wide lens
- 12MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom
- 32MP front-facing camera
Daylight shots are detailed and vibrant, and night mode has significantly improved over its predecessor. The portrait mode delivers excellent edge detection and natural bokeh, rivaling some flagship-level shooters.
Battery & Charging
The 5000mAh battery provides excellent endurance. With the 100W SuperVOOC charging, you can get from 0 to 100% in just 25 minutes — no more overnight charging stress.
Software Experience
Running on OxygenOS 14 (based on Android 14), the experience is clean, fast, and smooth. Unlike heavy Android skins, OxygenOS maintains a balance of customization and minimalism. However, some users might still notice minor bloatware that can be easily removed.
