OnePlus 13s launches tomorrow: Expected features, price and availability

OnePlus will launch its first ever compact flagship smartphone, OnePlus 13s, tomorrow which will extend the OnePlus 13 series to three smartphones now, including the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R. The new OnePlus 13s launch will stream online starting 12 noon IST.

The OnePlus 13s will compete against Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, and Google’s Pixel 9a in the Android space, while it has Apple’s iPhone 16e to beat.

The Chinese smartphone maker had already announced that OnePlus 13s will run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite platform. It is likely to get support of up to 12 GB LPDDR5x RAM and 512 GB of storage.

A dual rear camera set up is visible from the product cutout which is expected to sport a 50 MP main shooter supported by an ultrawide sensor. A 32 MP front camera could be a possibility as well.

OnePlus 13s claims an 8.15mm profile with a weight around 185 grams. It also features a curved 2.5D front and back design.

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OnePlus 13s might surprise with an above 5,000 mAh battery in the compact form factor, supported by a fast charger.

The OnePlus 13s will run the. It will also have a 4400mm² Cryo-Velocity vapor chamber on the back cover for better heat dissipation.

The OnePlus 13s also brings the Plus Key, a new form of Alert Slider, which has become more customizable for everyday interactions. It offers one-press access to Sound, Vibration, and Do Not Disturb, AI tools, and other essential functions.

The OnePlus 13s will come in Black Velvet, Pink Satin, and Green Silk.

OnePlus 13s is likely to carry a price tag of above 50K in India as starting variant, with a possible arrival on Amazon, OnePlus stores and retail channels.