The OnePlus 13T has been officially launched in China as a compact high-end smartphone. Despite its smaller dimensions, it boasts a massive 6,260 mAh battery, a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, and a dual 50 MP camera.
Screen and design
The OnePlus 13T features a 6.32-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a resolution of 2640 x 1216 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display boasts up to 1600 nits (HBM) brightness, ensuring excellent visibility even in bright light. The phone weighs 185 grams and has an IP65 dust and water resistance rating.
Battery and charging
Despite its compact design, the OnePlus 13T is equipped with a 6260 mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging. This allows you to quickly charge the device and use it all day without worries. The battery is charged up to 28% in 10 minutes, and 82% is reached in half an hour. A full charge takes 52 minutes. Not the fastest, but more than adequate.
Camera
The smartphone has a dual rear camera: a 50 MP main sensor with optical image stabilization and a 50 MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom. The front camera is 16 MP, suitable for high-quality selfies and video calls.
Technical specifications
The technical specifications show that the device is a high-end flagship-level phone. The new Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and up to 16 GB of RAM ensure excellent performance, especially for gaming or heavy tasks.
Up to 1 TB of internal memory is plenty for even the most demanding users. The Android 15 operating system with ColorOS 1 is also perfectly adapted: safer, faster, with more AI features and better battery management.
A new Shortcut Key replaces the traditional Alert Slider, allowing quick access to custom features. The OnePlus 13T also boasts connectivity features like 5G, Wi-Fi 7 - faster and more stable than Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, which supports multiple devices, better sound quality, and NFC - for contactless payments and fast data transfers.
Summary
The OnePlus 13T offers high-end features in a compact body, making it a great choice for those looking for a powerful yet convenient phone. Prices for these phones in Chinese stores start at ~415€, depending on internal storage. Unfortunately, it has been announced that the OnePlus 13T will not be sold in the US and Europe.