OnePlus 13 s at a Glance — Why This Mini-Flagship Matters
Seven years after the original OnePlus 6T flipped value on its head, the new OnePlus 13 s does the same for compact power users: think Snapdragon 8 Elite, a 6.32-inch LTPO 120 Hz display, and a 6 260 mAh battery stuffed into a pocket-friendly frame under 72 mm wide. Add a magnetic Plus Key that pulls up on-device AI and you have a phone built for 2025’s multitaskers, not spec sheet tourists.
Release Date & Pricing
- Global debut: 5 June 2025
- India pricing: ₹ 54 999 (12 GB / 256 GB) · ₹ 59 999 (12 GB / 512 GB)
- Launch offers: ₹ 5 000 card discount, no-cost EMI up to 15 months, exchange bonus up to ₹ 5 000
- Regions: India first, followed by select Asian markets and a limited European drop in Q3
Headline Hardware
| Component | OnePlus 13 s | OnePlus 13 (for reference) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 |
| RAM / Storage | LPDDR5X · UFS 4.0 | LPDDR5X · UFS 4.0 |
| Display | 6.32″ 1.5 K LTPO AMOLED · 120 Hz · 1 600 nits | 6.8″ 2 K LTPO3 |
| Battery | 6 260 mAh · 100 W wired · 50 W wireless | 5 600 mAh · 100 W |
| Cameras | 50 MP main (LYT-808) + 50 MP 2× telephoto · 32 MP selfie | 50 MP main + 50 MP ultrawide + 64 MP 3× |
| Build | Aluminum frame · Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front · Ceramic or matte glass rear · IP65 | Aluminum · GG Victus 2 · IP68 |
Plus Key & AI Extras
OnePlus trades the classic Alert Slider for a new Plus Key on the left spine. Long-press or double-tap to:
- Summon Plus Mind – a screenshot assistant that parses dates, addresses, and to-dos straight into Notes.
- Fire up real-time AI Call Translator (English ↔ Hindi at launch).
- Launch Gemini voice queries without unlocking.
- Map any shortcut you like: camera, silent mode, payments, you name it.
Camera & Imaging
Behind the Hasselblad badge sit two 50 MP Sony sensors:
- Main (LYT-808, ƒ/1.6) – 1/1.4″ sensor, OIS + EIS, 8K 24 fps or 4K 60 fps video.
- Telephoto (LYT-600, 2×, ƒ/2.6) – crisp portraits and lossless zoom to 5× hybrid.
- Selfie (32 MP, ƒ/2.4) – 4K 30 fps video, AI Best Face 2.0 for group shots.
Portraits finally get natural skin tones, and low-light shots lean on the new AI Nightscape Fusion that stacks frames from both rear sensors for extra dynamic range.
Display, Battery & Everyday Feel
- Display: Flat, near-bezel-less, with 1 Hz–120 Hz adaptive refresh and 2160 Hz PWM dimming to spare your eyes.
- Battery life: Two full days in mixed use; 100 W SuperVOOC charges 1 → 100 % in 26 minutes.
- Thermals: A graphite-copper vapor chamber keeps temps under 42 °C while gaming.
- Haptics: Upgraded X-Axis motor gives crisp vibrations for typing and Plus Key feedback.
Early Verdict
The OnePlus 13 s feels like the spiritual successor to the OnePlus 7 Pro—only pocket-sized and AI-savvy. It’s not chasing Samsung Ultra territory; instead it nails the “90 % of a super-flagship for 70 % of the price” formula with delightful extras like long battery life and that addictive Plus Key. If you want a powerhouse that won’t stretch your jeans, mark 5 June on your calendar.
Question for you: Which Plus Key shortcut would you set first—camera, AI translator, or something totally different? Drop your pick below!